Centrist
- December 14, 2023
- yrbiax
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Get on itch.io StoreSmall tetris type game where your goal is to place block around center piece in perfect rectangle formation. Blocks will appear from 4 different direction. Game gets harder as your destroy more blocks. Player has 10 health and game will end once it drops to 0. If block is placed at spawning line you will take 5 damage and nearby blocks are cleared. If block falls off the board you will lose health…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Centrist offers a fun and unique twist on the traditional Tetris formula, with pieces falling from all four sides and various game modes that provide different challenges.
- The game features a variety of power-ups, achievements, and unlockables that enhance gameplay and encourage players to improve their skills.
- The minimalistic graphics and catchy music contribute to an enjoyable gaming experience, making it a great choice for puzzle enthusiasts.
- Some players may find the lack of traditional Tetris mechanics, such as the inability to rotate pieces or perform T-spins, disappointing.
- The graphics could use improvement, as they are described as basic and lacking polish.
- The game may take time to get used to, especially for those familiar with standard Tetris gameplay, which could be frustrating for some players.
- music10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it catchy and enjoyable, particularly the tracks that play during level transitions. However, some users expressed a desire for more variety and the option to select their own music, as they preferred to mute the game after extended play. Overall, while the music is considered a strong point, there is room for improvement in terms of customization and additional tracks.
“The music is going to be stuck in my head for days; it's so catchy!”
“Very basic graphics, barely noticeable sound effects (no problem with that), great music sourced from royalty-free places.”
“The game might lack a little polish in some aspects, but the music is surprisingly good, which makes up for some of it.”
“But I still preferred to mute it and play my own music after I'd been playing for an hour or so.”
“As long as they're using royalty-free music, I think it wouldn't hurt to throw in some additional music and allow the player to choose their preferred music from the options.”
“The track when you reach a higher level is even better than the menu music.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as relaxing yet challenging, particularly for veteran Tetris players who may struggle to adapt to the unique mechanics, such as pieces coming from different directions and the absence of traditional Tetris features like "twists" and hard drops. Achievements are well-integrated, rewarding players with unlockable tile sets and sound effects, enhancing the overall experience. While hardcore fans might find the differences disappointing, the game offers a fun and engaging experience once players acclimate to its mechanics.
“The achievements match the gameplay well (e.g., clear a square further out, clear two squares in sequence, clear two squares at once) and reward you with unlockable tile sets with their own unique sound effects.”
“It's hard at the beginning, but when you get the hang of it, it makes for fun and engaging gameplay.”
“Hardcore Tetris fans may be disappointed by slight gameplay differences from the standard (you currently can't 'twist' / 't-spin' blocks into spaces, and there's no option for a hard drop button), but, well, it's not Tetris, so that's just how it is.”
“As a veteran Tetris player, it was honestly somewhat tricky to fully adjust to all of the game's mechanics with all the pieces coming from different directions.”
“+ relaxing gameplay.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as basic and reminiscent of early digital art, with some users suggesting an overhaul for improved visual appeal. Despite the simplistic visuals, the overall gameplay experience is considered enjoyable and worth the price, complemented by pleasant music.
“+ minimalistic graphics and pleasant music.”
“So basically, even though these graphics look like they were made in Paint, the game itself is quite good and well worth the price.”
“I think the graphics could definitely get an overhaul to make the game more visually appealing.”
“Very basic graphics, barely noticeable sound effects (no problem with that), great music sourced from royalty-free places.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players are pleasantly surprised by the humor in the game, noting that while it may be challenging at first, once they adapt, it leads to enjoyable and funny gameplay experiences.
“Didn't expect this to be so funny.”
“It's hard at the beginning, but once you get the hang of it, the gameplay becomes both funny and enjoyable.”
