Dolmenjord

About

Dolmenjord is a puzzle game inspired by Norse mythology, where players help Vikings organize buildings and villages to conquer new lands. The goal is to place houses and walkways according to specified rules, with the difficulty increasing across 60 levels and 4 different climates. A casual mode is available for those seeking a more relaxed experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features 60 well-designed levels that start off easy and progressively become more challenging, providing a satisfying puzzle experience.
The graphics are beautiful and atmospheric, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game, along with relaxing music.
It offers a casual mode and a hint feature for players who may get stuck, making it accessible for a wide range of puzzle enthusiasts.

There is no option to rebind controls, which can make gameplay frustrating for some players.
The game lacks replayability and persistent saving, as levels must be completed in a single session without the ability to return to unfinished puzzles.
Some players find the hint system intrusive and feel that the game relies too much on trial and error rather than logical problem-solving.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
22%
22%
The game's graphics are consistently praised for their beauty and vibrant colors, enhancing the overall ambiance and player experience. The Norse-inspired 3D visuals, along with soothing music, create a relaxing atmosphere, even during challenging gameplay. While some describe the graphics as basic, they still effectively complement the game's theme and aesthetic.
- “The beautiful graphics and soothing music will help you to relax when playing the game, even if you are stuck on one of the levels.”
- “A Norse-inspired setting is replete with colorful 3D graphics.”
- “Beautiful diorama-like graphics (one of my favorite things), optional weather effects, pleasant if repetitive music, and satisfying sound effects.”
- “Basic, but colorful graphics that fit the general demeanor.”
- “The ambiance and aesthetics are a plus in the game.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game is generally described as soothing and fitting well with the theme, enhancing the overall atmosphere and providing a relaxing experience. While some users note that the music can be repetitive, it is complemented by beautiful graphics and satisfying sound effects, contributing to an immersive gameplay experience. Additionally, players appreciate the option to adjust volume settings for music and sound effects.
- “The beautiful graphics and soothing music will help you to relax when playing the game, even if you are stuck on one of the levels.”
- “Beautiful diorama-like graphics, optional weather effects, pleasant if repetitive music, and satisfying sound effects.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the music fits the theme perfectly and makes you feel like you're in that village while challenging your logic and reasoning!”
- “The music is pleasant but repetitive, which can become monotonous over time.”
- “The basic music tune lacks variety and fails to engage the player.”
- “While the music is relaxing, it doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The gameplay is straightforward and enjoyable, with tight mechanics that can engage players for extended periods. However, it lacks replayability due to the absence of end-game content, map metrics, and a compelling story, alongside some quality-of-life issues that can lead to frustration. Overall, it resembles completing jigsaw puzzles without guidance, which may appeal to some but deter others.
- “Gameplay is fun; it can keep me busy for 30+ minutes to 1 hour in one sitting.”
- “The mechanics are very tight, the game is simple and straightforward, and the presentation is coherent and pleasant.”
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics, no map metrics to try to beat, and no engrossing story to return to.”
- “There are a few quality of life issues that sometimes make gameplay frustrating; clunky controls when switching between mouse and keyboard options and anemic tile highlights.”
- “Gameplay mirrors that of completing jigsaw puzzles, but without any clues or pointers on the actual pieces.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impressive lighting effects and a distinct Nordic theme, creating an engaging environment for players. It combines fun and contemplation, particularly in its atmospheric puzzle mechanics involving fitting pieces like houses and roads. Overall, the visual style and atmospheric elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The lightning effects create a more atmospheric feel.”
- “An atmospheric puzzle game where you have to fit in a set of pieces into a space, the pieces being houses and roads of different shapes and sizes.”
- “For me, this is my choice for the 'outstanding visual style'; I enjoyed the game's atmosphere and its spatial notion puzzles.”
- “The atmosphere is Viking.”
- “Nordic atmosphere.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game offers minimal replayability due to the absence of end game mechanics, map metrics, and a compelling story, making it unlikely for players to return after completing the 60 levels. While some may find value in replaying harder levels, the lack of saved solutions further diminishes the incentive to replay.
- “The philosophy of replayability is reinforced by the lack of saving level solutions across the same 60 levels.”
- “Replayability is a maybe, especially if you want to redo the harder levels.”
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics, no map metrics to try to beat, and no engrossing story to return to.”
- “The philosophy of replayability is undermined by the same 60 levels being reinforced by the lack of saving level solutions.”
- “Replayability is a maybe, but only if you want to redo the harder levels.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game lacks a narrative, background, or engaging storyline, resulting in minimal replayability and no compelling endgame mechanics to draw players back.
- “There is no story, background, or setup to the game.”
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics, no map metrics to try to beat, and no engrossing story to return to.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with some expressing annoyance after only a short period of gameplay.
- “This is just tedious, and I was annoyed after just 6 minutes while breezing through this game.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over, which quickly became frustrating.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report occasional frame rate drops and stuttering, particularly in graphically intensive scenes. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be satisfactory for most players, but there are notable areas for improvement.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game mechanics for optimal performance, making every session enjoyable.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that loading times are minimal, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “The game struggles with performance issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Optimization seems to be an afterthought, as the game often runs poorly even on high-end hardware.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that severely impacted the overall performance and enjoyment of the game.”