Fearful Symmetry & The Cursed Prince
- December 12, 2017
- Gamera Interactive
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Fearful Symmetry & The Cursed Prince" is a challenging puzzle game where you control two characters in different dimensions, moving them simultaneously in opposite directions to navigate treacherous levels filled with traps. Play as three unique characters, each with their own skills and stories, and discover hidden secrets while enjoying a timeless pixel art style. Replay levels with different characters for a fresh perspective.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and intelligent puzzle mechanic that requires players to control two characters simultaneously across different dimensions.
- The art style is cute and the design is praised as incredible, making it visually appealing.
- The puzzles increase in difficulty and provide a challenging experience that can be very rewarding for players who enjoy tricky puzzle games.
- Several players have reported broken achievements and non-progression issues, leading to frustration and an inability to complete the game.
- The game relies heavily on trial and error, which can make it feel tedious and frustrating, especially with the need to replay levels multiple times.
- Some levels have similar solutions regardless of the character used, which can feel repetitive and like forced padding.
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a charming and cute art style reminiscent of classic pixel art from old-school video games. While the overall graphics remain consistent, the level-select screen has been updated with vibrant colors, enhancing the visual experience.
“The art style is cute, and the design is something incredible.”
“The graphics remind me of pixel style, like old-school video games.”
“The graphics remind me of pixel style like old school video games.”
“The graphics are the same, but the level-select screen is different and now has color.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features an innovative puzzle mechanic that involves simultaneously controlling two characters through various obstacles, which is generally well-received. However, the experience is marred by a reliance on trial and error, requiring multiple attempts to succeed, and is further complicated by the presence of underdeveloped ideas that detract from its overall enjoyment.
“The mechanics and the concept of the game are amazing, but it's mostly based on trial and error, meaning that you will have to replay a level several times until you get it right.”
“Simultaneously moving two characters through different fields of obstacles is a solid and reasonably fresh puzzle mechanic, but its fun twists and surprising implications are buried under a slew of other half-baked ideas.”
“I liked the concept of this game and the gameplay.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious rather than engaging, as it introduces difficulty that lacks the rewarding moments of insight typically desired in puzzle games.
“The grinding feels more like a chore than an engaging part of the game, making it hard to stay motivated.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding takes away from the enjoyment, turning what could be exciting into a monotonous task.”
“While the game has potential, the excessive grinding detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling drained.”
