Calculate It
- July 5, 2024
- SVGames
Get on Steam"Calculate It" is a roguelike game where you use a calculator to reach a certain number and pass levels. Each calculator has unique features and buttons, which can be upgraded and purchased for unique actions. The game presents various challenges, requiring strategic thinking to succeed.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and challenging puzzle experience that effectively utilizes math mechanics.
- It offers a variety of calculators and challenge modes, providing good replay value.
- The concept is unique and engaging, making it enjoyable for those who love math puzzles.
- The game lacks detailed button descriptions and tutorials, which can lead to confusion for new players.
- It feels somewhat barebones and may lack long-term engagement due to limited content and mechanics.
- There are quality of life issues, such as the need for an undo button and better UI options.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative use of limited button mechanics and its integration of mathematical principles within a rogue-like framework, making it a standout puzzle game. However, players feel it could benefit from more complex mechanics, additional features like achievements and upgrades, and a refined gameplay loop to enhance enjoyment and reduce frustration. Overall, while the core gameplay is engaging, there is room for improvement in depth and player rewards.
“It's amazing how much the simple mechanic of limited button uses adds to this game.”
“Incredible puzzle game making the best of rogue-like principles I've ever seen, and it just so happens to use the mechanics of mathematics instead of teaching a set of invented rules.”
“Cool game but lacks fun mechanics like in-game achievements with unlocks of new things, upgrades, and maybe some story mode with a plot.”
“I think if the developer spent some time on refining the gameplay loop and giving the player more to do while punishing them less, it would be a lot more enjoyable.”
“The mechanics could be a little more complex, but I liked it enough to win a few runs.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, complementing the calculating atmosphere effectively. However, players express a desire for more control over the audio settings, specifically the ability to adjust the music volume independently from sound effects.
“The soundtrack is nice and fits the calculating mood.”
“The soundtrack is nice and fits the calculating mood.”
“I don't know if there is already a decrement button, but that would be good as well. Also, an option to change the volume of the music but not the sound effects would be appreciated.”
“I don't know if there is already a decrement button, but that would be good as well. Also, an option to change the volume of the music but not the sound effects would be appreciated.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics have been criticized for being repetitive and lacking variety, with users expressing a desire for more quality-of-life options, such as UI scaling and audio settings. Overall, the visual presentation does not meet expectations for diversity or customization.
“The graphics are a bit repetitive.”
“There are no graphic options (let me scale the UI at least!) or audio options, but mostly we need some quality of life improvements.”
“The graphics are quite limited and lack variety.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight that the game offers significant replayability, making it enjoyable to revisit even in its current state.
“The game has plenty of replay value even in its current form.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report minor glitches affecting specific commands, such as interactions involving the arrow and balloon, indicating some stability issues within the game.
“There are a couple of little glitches with certain commands, like when I try to use the arrow with the balloon.”
“There are a couple of little glitches with certain commands, like when I try to use the arrow with the balloon.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story is considered cool, but players feel it is underdeveloped, lacking engaging mechanics such as achievements, unlocks, and a more defined plot-driven story mode.
“The game has potential, but it really lacks a compelling story that keeps players engaged.”
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, the story feels disjointed and fails to draw me in.”
“I found the narrative to be shallow and uninteresting, which detracted from the overall experience.”
