Beyond Minimalism

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Beyond Minimalism is a single player simulation game. It was developed by SaintHeiser and was released on November 12, 2012. It received neutral reviews from players.

This small experimental first person minimalistic style game gives one and only quest for you. Walking around rooms of strange labyrinth look for clues to reach nature.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features an elegant minimalist visual style that is easy on the eyes.
The gameplay mechanics are intuitive, requiring strategic thinking to achieve high scores.
It provides a relaxing atmosphere with soothing music, making it suitable for short gaming sessions.

The game lacks variety in content and gameplay modes, making it feel repetitive.
Graphics are considered mediocre, even for a minimalist style, and the overall presentation is poor.
There are no options for adjusting mouse sensitivity or other settings, leading to frustrating gameplay.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users labeling them as some of the worst on Steam, characterized by a beginner-level quality and minimalism. However, a few players noted that despite the poor visuals, the game's indie charm managed to maintain their engagement.
- “The graphics are impressive, showcasing good visuals that enhance the overall experience.”
- “Despite being minimalist, the graphics maintain a unique charm that keeps me engaged.”
- “The indie art style adds a distinctive flair to the visuals, making the game visually appealing.”
- “The graphics here are particularly awful, so bad that it actually stands out as one of the worst looking games on Steam.”
- “The graphics are still really at a beginner level, even in a minimalist style, but some good indie skills keep it somewhat engaging.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a singular quest set in minimalist, low-poly environments, which some players find engaging despite its slow pacing. While it aims to deliver psychological depth, opinions vary on its effectiveness, though many still appreciate the experience.
- “The game is trying to give us psychological quests; it could be more accurate, but I still liked it.”
- “Plod very slowly around minimalist, untextured, low-poly environments to solve the one quest you have.”
- “The game is trying to give us psychological quests, but it could be more accurate than it is now.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as soothing, enhancing the overall atmosphere; however, players feel that additional background tracks would improve the experience.
- “The soothing music creates a calming atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soothing music complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly soothing, providing a perfect backdrop for my gaming sessions.”
- “Could use some more music to play in the background.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being very slow, with the absence of a run button significantly detracting from the overall experience for some players.
- “The gameplay is very slow, and there's no run button to speed it up, which put me off quite majorly, to be honest.”
- “The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
- “I found the combat system to be overly simplistic and lacking depth, which made battles feel repetitive.”