Energy Balance
- September 15, 2015
- Sometimes You
Get on SteamEnergy Balance is a number puzzle. You have to swap power units in such a way that their sums form correct chains both vertically and horizontally. The game is easy to learn, but very hard to master. So, are you ready to peep under the hood of an alien spaceship?
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 4
Playstation 5
Windows
Linux
PlayStation
Playstation Vita
Reviews
- The game provides a simple and enjoyable experience, making it easy to pick up and play.
- It has a charming atmosphere with a smart robot and a cute space cat, which adds to the overall enjoyment.
- The game can be a great time killer, especially for math lovers who enjoy solving puzzles.
- The difficulty ramps up quickly in later levels, which can be frustrating and detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- There is a lack of variety in gameplay and puzzles, leading to a repetitive experience.
- The game suffers from poor visual and audio feedback, making it hard to gauge progress and success.
- music5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as a relaxing synthetic space background track that enhances the overall experience, with some players considering purchasing the soundtrack. However, there are mixed feelings about the audio feedback, as it lacks depth and is primarily visual, leading to a disconnect for some users who find the music and graphics unappealing. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated by some, it may not resonate with all players.
“Pros: easy to pick up and play, simple mechanics, easy badge (only 5 cards, you get 3 from drops) and the soundtrack is pretty cool.”
“I'm considering buying the soundtrack though...”
“Since the audio is a synthetic space background music track, the feedback is purely visual; and that is only in terms of animation. Correct squares, lines, or results don't change color; they just spawn some fireworks (in addition to some general blinking going on, so don't play this if you're sensitive).”
“The problems I see with this game are poor visual feedback and no audio feedback; a steep learning curve because there are no handcrafted levels that would slowly add difficulty, leaving the player to flounder with trial and error; and I don't like the graphical style and background music much.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story conveys a moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, but overall, it is considered forgettable and lacks depth. While there are moments of humor, particularly with the cat's reactions, the narrative does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
“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.”
“The storyline was forgettable, although a couple of times the cat's reaction did get a slight chuckle, and there isn't really any variety in the gameplay/puzzles.”
“The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player, making it easy to lose interest.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and poorly executed, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is accessible and straightforward, making it easy for players to jump in, though it suffers from limited mechanics and a lack of variety in puzzles. While the interface is functional, it has some annoyances, such as forgetting sound settings. The graphics are adequate, and while the storyline is forgettable, there are moments of humor that provide some enjoyment.
“Pros: easy to pick up and play, simple mechanics, easy badge (only 5 cards, you get 3 from drops) and the soundtrack is pretty cool.”
“Generally the interface is limited but functional, but somewhat annoyingly it forgets if you turn the sound off the next time you play. The graphics are not great but they do the job, the storyline was forgettable, and there isn't really any variety in the gameplay or puzzles.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered subpar, lacking visual feedback and variety, which detracts from the overall experience. While functional, the interface is limited and does not enhance gameplay, contributing to a steep learning curve. Overall, the visual style and audio elements have received negative feedback from users.
“The graphics are not great but they do the job.”
“I don't like the graphical style and background music much.”
“The problems I see with this game are poor visual feedback.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a charming blend of a smart robot and an adorable space cat, creating an engaging and enjoyable environment for players.
“The atmosphere is captivating, featuring a smart robot and an adorable space cat.”
“The game's ambiance is immersive and enchanting, drawing you into its unique world.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and a whimsical soundtrack creates a truly magical atmosphere.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with players noting that the excessive backtracking detracts from the overall experience rather than providing comedic relief.
