ECON

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ECON is a single player and multiplayer tactical turn-based strategy game. It was developed by Merlandese and was released on December 14, 2018. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

ECON is a minimalist abstract puzzle board game about making elemental connections. Relax, think, and match the colored tiles as the board unfolds.

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Fun puzzle game that is easy to learn but challenging to master, with a variety of game boards and rule settings.
Well-designed UI with satisfying visual effects and options for color customization, making it accessible for players with low vision or colorblindness.
Active multiplayer community and diverse single-player challenges provide a rich and engaging experience.

The process for changing the display name is not intuitive and can be confusing.
Controls can be fiddly on SteamDeck, which may hinder gameplay for some users.
While the game offers generous content, some players feel it lacks depth after completing the challenges.

music
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The music and sound design are highly praised for their quality and fitting nature, contributing to a pleasant and soothing experience. The minimalist yet colorful presentation enhances the overall ambiance, and the inclusion of customizable audio settings allows for a tailored experience.
- “The sound and music design is also very good.”
- “The presentation is really pleasant, minimalist, yet colorful without going overboard; the music is fitting as well.”
- “Relaxing music and a clean, plain look make for a very soothing experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a minimalist presentation and straightforward mechanics, featuring unique pre-set board shapes and sizes primarily against AI opponents. Additionally, players can enjoy various board designs and single-player challenges, providing a range of diverse gameplay options.
- “The minimalist presentation complements the simple yet engaging gameplay.”
- “The game features unique pre-set board shapes and sizes, introducing a few new mechanics while primarily focusing on AI opponents.”
- “Minimalist presentation and simple gameplay.”
- “These are pre-set unique board shapes and sizes with a few new mechanics, still mostly against AI opponents.”
- “If that is not enough for you, various board designs and single-player challenges are also available, offering diverse gameplay options.”