AVSEQ
- August 23, 2012
- Big Robot Ltd
Get on SteamAVSEQ is an audio-visual sequencer puzzle game. Connect falling atoms to unlock near-endless varieties of music at each stage. Every level of AVSEQ is a music sequencer with 2.2300745198530623×10^43 possible audio permutations, that's 22 tredecillion in total. No, we're not making those numbers up. We actually did the math. This is a generative music game designed by procedural systems wizard Tom…
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Reviews
- The game features nice graphics that are generally pleasant to look at.
- It offers a simple and challenging gameplay experience that can be enjoyable in short bursts.
- Some players appreciate the music generation aspect, finding it relaxing and interesting.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and boring, especially during longer sessions.
- There are significant difficulty spikes that can frustrate players, particularly in later levels.
- Many players feel that the game lacks depth and fails to deliver a satisfying music game experience.
- music16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in Avseq has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its minimalist downtempo style, while others find it repetitive and uninspiring. Many users express disappointment that the game lacks a robust music creation feature and feels more like a color-matching puzzle than a true music game. Overall, while the music may appeal to fans of the genre, it fails to elevate the gameplay experience, leading to a sense of boredom and regret among players.
“The best part is the music.”
“I wish it had a sandbox mode we could compose music in.”
“Nice music generator, but they seem to have mostly forgotten about the game end of things.”
“Music I can't say whether it's good or bad as it's just a random jumble of sounds.”
“This is not a music sequencer; it just plays random notes while the game looks pretty and is extremely boring.”
“I honestly regret buying this game, as both a fan of music and puzzle games I thought it would be perfect for me, but it just fell short in all the wrong ways. The generated music rarely sounds worth the time, and a lot of the time stages feel impossible to gain a lot out of due to spawn times of colors being just that little bit off.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being excessively slow and lacking challenge, with many players completing levels on their first or second attempt. Reviewers recommend watching gameplay videos before purchasing, as the overall experience may not meet expectations.
“The gameplay is extremely slow until the very last 2-3 levels, and I pretty much passed every level on my first or second try.”
“Just gameplay is complete tosh!”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally pleasing, featuring nice visuals, though they are marred by occasional glitches that detract from the overall experience.
“The game offers some nice graphics; although there are some ugly glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same.”
“The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated.”
“I expected more from the visuals; they lack detail and polish.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to appreciate the overall design.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features appealing graphics, but users have reported occasional glitches that affect overall stability. Despite these issues, the experience remains enjoyable.
“The game has some nice graphics, but there are ugly glitches here and there that detract from the experience.”
“I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
“The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself dealing with lag and unexpected freezes.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the game's emotional impact diminishes rapidly, particularly due to jarring audio effects that detract from the overall experience, making it feel more punishing than engaging.
