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Cranium Conundrum

14%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, music
17% User Score Based on 35 reviews

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About

Cranium Conundrum is a physics-based puzzle platformer taking place in the dream worlds that you create!

Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
Cranium Conundrum screenshot
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17%
Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews
gameplay2 positive mentions
music1 negative mentions

  • The game has a unique premise and potential for creativity with its level editor and sandbox mode.
  • The graphics and UI are polished, providing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic platformers.
  • Some players found joy and hope in the game during difficult times, highlighting its positive impact.
  • The game is largely broken, with many features not functioning, including the campaign and workshop levels.
  • It has been abandoned by the developers, with long periods without updates, leading to a lack of content.
  • Many players consider it overpriced for an early access title that offers little to no gameplay.
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a physics-based platform builder with engaging puzzle mechanics, offering a fast-paced and enjoyable experience. However, some users criticize the game for lacking actual gameplay elements, claiming that the screenshots are misleading and that the game does not function as intended.

    • “The game itself is a physics-based platform builder with puzzle mechanics; it can be quite fun, especially since it has that fast-paced feeling to it.”
    • “The gameplay is unique; the art and style come together quite nicely.”
    • “There is absolutely no gameplay whatsoever in this 'game.' The screenshots are all misleading, as nothing in the game actually works, or maybe even exists.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. However, it is noted that the game currently lacks a dedicated story or campaign mode.

    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “There is no story/campaign mode yet.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with users reporting frequent crashes and numerous bugs that significantly hinder the overall experience.

    • “What a buggy, crash-prone mess.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant stability issues that ruined my gaming experience.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report spending significant time grinding for trading cards, indicating that this aspect of the game can be time-consuming and may require repetitive tasks to achieve desired rewards.

    • “My hours were spent farming the trading cards.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I spent countless hours on tasks that felt more like a chore than fun.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their nostalgic homage to console gaming, featuring a polished aesthetic that aligns with the current trend of 'faux pixel' art styles.

    • “The graphics are a nice nod to console gaming with that refined touch that a lot of 'faux pixel' games seem to have these days.”

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