- March 1, 2024
- ChronoGames
Chrono Recorder
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"Chrono Recorder" is a puzzle-platformer where players are trapped in an unknown space and must use a clock to control time and a camera to manipulate objects. Players can stop or slow down time and turn back time or change the gravity of objects to clear stages. With only a few stages, this game offers a light and enjoyable experience, with potential for more content in the future.
- The game features interesting mechanics and puzzles that engage players, reminiscent of Portal.
- It's a good short game that is free, making it accessible for players looking for a quick puzzle experience.
- The creator provides a detailed tutorial and personal touches, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game suffers from disorienting camera controls and bugs that can lead to being soft-locked or unable to complete levels.
- Some puzzles are frustratingly unresponsive, leading to a lack of enjoyment and clarity on how to progress.
- The final level design is criticized for being tedious and poorly executed, detracting from the overall experience.
- gameplay42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of interesting mechanics, such as time-stopping and gravity manipulation, which some players found engaging despite being somewhat familiar. However, the execution is criticized for being unpolished and overwhelming, with a lack of guidance leading to frustration. While the game is appreciated for its free offering and potential, many feel that the mechanics need to be introduced more gradually to enhance the overall experience.
“Good game, a bit short but it's free so it's not a big problem. The mechanics and puzzles were interesting, and I'm curious to see what the dev plans to do next.”
“I liked the idea of time-stop mechanics, and I was especially fond of the ability to rotate gravity on objects. Sure, the game had some gimmicky levels, but for a free game, this was actually pretty good!”
“It is initially entertaining in its earlier stages while you are still learning the gameplay mechanics.”
“I understand this is a free game, but it's frustrating not to disclose such issues outright alongside the unpolished gameplay and slightly overwhelming amount of ideas at once.”
“The gameplay mechanics have all been seen elsewhere before.”
“These games are truly 'a dime a dozen' at this point, and you can find just about every single gameplay mechanic that you can think of in any number of these games.”
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