Chants of Sennaar

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Chants of Sennaar is a single player puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

Explore. Decode. Learn. Link.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 324 reviews

story34 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

Unique and clever language deciphering puzzle mechanics that deeply engage fans of linguistics and puzzle games.
Beautiful, minimalist art style paired with an atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the immersive story and worldbuilding.
Well-paced gameplay with satisfying puzzles, compelling narrative, and meaningful emotional impact on players.

Game crashes or gets stuck on a black screen near the ending in multiple reports, preventing completion.
User interface issues on mobile devices like small text, tiny icons, and touch controls that can hinder gameplay.
The full game is behind a paywall after a free demo, which some players find deceptive or frustrating.

story
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
22%
6%
The story is widely praised for its engaging, thought-provoking narrative that intertwines language decoding with a rich, slowly unfolding plot filled with intriguing twists. Players appreciate its unique concept, beautiful art, and heartfelt messages, describing it as immersive and emotionally captivating, making it a standout in puzzle games. Although some note the pacing may require patience, the overall storytelling experience is considered exceptional and deeply rewarding.
- “A linguistic puzzle mechanism perfectly calibrated to tickle a word-nerd's brain, which manages to remain challenging throughout without ever getting too frustrating, an interesting and subtle story that unfolds slowly and doesn't give away the ending, and beautiful visuals to top it off.”
- “The storyline is amazing; it shows how communication is so important in a community.”
- “Incredible game, really impressed by the thoughtfulness of language development and the way the storyline unfolded and was brought together at the end.”
- “You just have to be patient and look for the story.”
- “Duh, I like puzzles, but this one involves deciphers and decoding runlets. I passed the first two level decodes, but was too lazy to continue for two reasons: 1) I dislike the main character's appearance (really, why a hoodie?), 2) you need to pay to unlock the full game. So far, the story is about sun worshipers / Egyptian-like themes, but it's all glyphs and runes, not suitable for busy people or those lacking focus. It's more for historians, librarians, decoders, or high IQ players.”
- “Good game, wish it was free. Even just watching ads would be fine to play. I'd be perfectly fine with paying for extra storyline, DLC, and no ads all in one for the same price as paying for the full game.”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
28%
The game's graphics are widely praised for their stunning, beautiful, and stylized art style that enhances immersion without overwhelming gameplay. Users appreciate the unique, uncluttered visuals and clever use of colors, which complement the intriguing puzzles and rich storytelling perfectly. Overall, the visuals are described as captivating, soothing, and on par with high-quality PC titles, contributing significantly to the engaging atmosphere.
- “A linguistic puzzle mechanism perfectly calibrated to tickle a word-nerd's brain, which manages to remain challenging throughout without ever getting too frustrating, an interesting and subtle story that unfolds slowly and doesn't give away the ending, and beautiful visuals to top it off.”
- “Without throwing too much visual clutter in the way, they've managed to achieve some good worldbuilding and a consistent style that makes the game immersive without bleeding edge graphics detracting from the important gameplay and plot.”
- “The story telling was absolutely beautiful, the graphics and visuals are extremely rich, the gameplay was very addicting and the subtle music was the cherry on top.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
30%
11%
The gameplay is praised for its clever, immersive puzzle mechanics and unique language decoding elements that challenge players' skills without overwhelming them with visual clutter. While some find certain controls and trigger sizes frustrating or less accessible on mobile devices, the overall experience is engaging, addictive, and well-supported by consistent art, music, and storytelling. Players appreciate the balance of simplicity and depth, making the game a rewarding and distinctive experience.
- “Amazing gem of a game with a wonderful original story and unique mechanics revolving around simple language decoding and small puzzles, it was really fun.”
- “Without throwing too much visual clutter in the way, they've managed to achieve some good worldbuilding and a consistent style that makes the game immersive without bleeding edge graphics detracting from the important gameplay and plot.”
- “I had to look up some answers during the last hour of gameplay because the puzzle solutions for the ending weren't apparent.”
- “The gameplay is a bit touchy, but since it just came out, I can give it some slack.”
- “Few games feel like the gameplay is mostly on your side of the screen, but this one really did feel like most of it was down to my ability to piece things together rather than something the game handed to me.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its depth, memorability, and ability to enhance the atmosphere, complementing the beautiful art style and immersive world-building. Several users noted how the soundtrack adds significantly to the overall experience, though some encountered a bug where the screen goes dark with only music playing. Overall, the music is considered a standout element that enriches the narrative and gameplay.
- “You can truly get lost in the world with its rich art style and superb soundtrack.”
- “Each puzzle, soundtrack, and visuals can captivate you.”
- “The artwork is beautiful, the music really adds to the atmosphere of each level.”
- “I managed to advance like 4-5 screens after the chase started and then it went black with only music again :( I am eagerly awaiting another fix to finish this one.”
- “The screen went dark with only music, and nothing I did could bring it back, including deleting and re-downloading the game.”
- “I think I'm on the final stage, but the game has gone completely dark with no visible controls, all I hear is the music.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a deeply emotional experience, featuring a heartwarming storyline and meticulous attention to detail that resonates with players. Many describe it as an emotional rollercoaster that leaves a lasting impact.
- “I just finished the game and honestly got a bit emotional.”
- “It's an emotional rollercoaster and I loved every part of it.”
- “It's an amazing game and the attention to detail is heartwarming in a way.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its beautiful artwork and engaging music, which significantly enhances the immersive experience and complements the fascinating plot.
- “The artwork is beautiful, and the music really adds to the atmosphere of each level.”
- “Also, the atmosphere and the plot are fascinating.”
- “Nice music, graphics, gameplay, and atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game runs smoothly with no noticeable bugs or performance issues, even on devices that the Play Store initially deems unsupported. Overall, optimization is well-executed and ensures a good gameplay experience.
- “Plays well with no noticeable bugs or performance issues.”
- “On Play Store it says my device can't support this game, but when I downloaded from Google, it runs smoothly anyway. Nice game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users appreciate the game but are disappointed by its monetization model, preferring either a free-to-play approach with ads or a straightforward upfront purchase rather than in-app purchases to unlock the full game. They suggest combining extra content and ad removal as paid options for a better experience.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is praised for its inspired and beautifully designed characters, enhancing the overall artistic appeal of the game.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is widely praised for being clever and entertaining, adding an enjoyable layer of fun as players decipher different languages and solve puzzles.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is considered tedious and repetitive, particularly the glyph-related tasks, which detracts from the overall experience despite decent graphics.

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Chants of Sennaar is a puzzle game.

Chants of Sennaar is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 8 hours playing Chants of Sennaar.

Chants of Sennaar was developed by Playdigious.

Chants of Sennaar has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Chants of Sennaar for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Chants of Sennaar is a single player game.

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