Frame of Mind

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Frame of Mind is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by [SAMPLE TEXT] Studios ltd and was released on January 18, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

In Frame of Mind, you are placed in a world where logic is escaping you. Each area of the game defies reason, requiring you to think outside the box in order to solve the illogical and escape madness.

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Audience ScoreBased on 601 reviews

graphics31 positive mentions

story6 negative mentions

Unique and mind-bending puzzles that encourage creative thinking.
Stylish minimalist art design and atmospheric music enhance the experience.
Completely free, making it an accessible option for puzzle game enthusiasts.

Short playtime, often completed in under an hour, leaving players wanting more.
Some puzzles can feel unclear or overly abstract, leading to confusion.
High contrast visuals may cause eye strain or motion sickness for some players.

graphics
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist, monochromatic art style that some players find unique and appealing, while others describe it as difficult to process and potentially straining on the eyes. Many reviews highlight the clever use of optical illusions and the polished execution of the visuals, which enhance the immersive puzzle experience. Overall, the art style is divisive; it resonates well with those who appreciate its simplicity and creativity, but may not suit everyone, particularly those sensitive to visual stimuli.
- “The graphics are visually polished, built around clever optical illusions that keep the environments immersive.”
- “The art style is amazing, and the gameplay reminds me of Superliminal.”
- “Great minimalistic visuals and soundtrack, with mind-hurting puzzles and rich atmosphere.”
- “When I was looking through the store page, I noticed a lot of people noting that they found the graphics difficult on the eyes, and I can understand why.”
- “The visuals and the sounds will give you a massive headache and dizziness.”
- “I dislike the graphical style; it makes it quite hard to process scenes.”
gameplay
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by innovative mechanics, particularly gravity flipping and perspective shifts, which create a unique and often disorienting puzzle experience. While the game is relatively short, lasting around 20-40 minutes, it offers a satisfying challenge with clever puzzles that encourage players to think outside the box. The smooth mechanics and appealing art style enhance the overall experience, making it a worthwhile play despite its brevity.
- “Short and sweet, very nice art style, the gravity flipping mechanic is really cool, various mechanics are ripped straight out of Antichamber (in a good way), the background music fits the vibe nicely.”
- “The gameplay and objectives are so intuitive and self-explanatory, it's an art.”
- “Overall, short and sweet gameplay with replay value due to a speedrun timer.”
- “It's very hard to wrap around what's happening; even though I could mechanically deal with the perspective shifts, my brain doesn't like it when this stuff happens.”
- “The gameplay relies on understanding what simple mechanics are available at a certain time and finding your way through a labyrinth.”
- “I was not sold by its little replayability or longevity of gameplay; however, its first experience is so amazing.”
music
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its ambient and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a soothing yet sometimes repetitive soundtrack. Many players appreciate how the minimalist sound design complements the art style and puzzles, creating a relaxing environment, though some noted that the music could be a bit loud or intrusive at times. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as fitting and effective, contributing positively to the game's quirky and therapeutic vibe.
- “I enjoyed it; I like arty games on the quirky side, and I enjoyed the eerie undertone it has to it at times with the low atmospheric music.”
- “Stunning ambient music.”
- “The art style and music are perfect, and the puzzles were very fun.”
- “Despite it just being ambient soundscapes with minimal melodic elements, the music did get a bit repetitive by the end of the game; I would like to see some variations.”
- “It lacks a story, the soundtrack is nothing and there's no narration.”
- “As a side note to developers, the music should be adjustable; my ears were blown out for the first 5 minutes of the game while I was looking for one, and I ended up playing on 5% volume and it was still a little loud plus I couldn't hear others in Discord.”
story
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The game's story is minimal to non-existent, leaving players with an abstract experience that encourages personal interpretation of the environments. While some appreciate the lack of a traditional narrative, many express a desire for a deeper backstory to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game focuses more on puzzles and environmental storytelling rather than a cohesive plot.
- “This game actually has very clever puzzles, a distinct and almost hopeless art style, and interesting environmental storytelling.”
- “I hope the creator goes on to make a longer version with a story attached.”
- “I wish there was a bit more story to it.”
- “No story or explanation on what any of the environments meant. Throughout the game, I liked thinking of theories and reasons behind the elements used, hoping they would be explained in some form at the end of the game, but alas, it was not.”
- “Storywise, it's very bare bones.”
- “The only flaw is perhaps the lack of a back story, something to explain this strange world.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its eerie undertones, minimalistic visuals, and immersive soundtrack, creating a dreamlike and unique experience. Players appreciate how the atmospheric elements enhance the gameplay, making puzzles feel more engaging and thought-provoking. Overall, the combination of artful design and ambient music contributes to a fascinating and oddly comfortable environment.
- “Good atmosphere with a well-fitting visual style.”
- “It feels like a dream-like state of being in your imaginary art gallery, which immerses you in a mysterious atmosphere and uniqueness.”
- “Great minimalistic visuals and soundtrack, with mind-hurting puzzles and rich atmosphere.”
- “You would not pass if you overthink each puzzle... very fascinating, and the atmosphere feels oddly comfortable.”
- “I enjoyed all of it, and it made me think; the atmosphere and music added to it.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and lack of bugs, providing a polished experience. However, some users noted that lower-performance machines may struggle with frame rate issues, which can detract from the gameplay. Despite this, the unique visual mechanics and aesthetic contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “Jolly old time with this rather therapeutic brain bender. It's only around half an hour, maybe less if you don't wish to take in sights, and I encourage you to do so. This game is an oasis of style; I'm serious, it has such a simple yet effective aesthetic. The puzzles are a mixed bag; some are rather simple while others had me scratching my head. Those bloody stairs took me way too long to work out! But my oh my, does this game run smoothly—no bugs, no seam lines where you can see the illusion. Nope, this game has quite the polish. As for the soundtrack, it's simple, nothing amazing, but definitely soothing and non-intrusive. Personally, I didn't experience much of the soundtrack as I was streaming this game to some buddies. It was a good time getting lost in this labyrinth of illusion with my buddy, but I could see this being perfect to play on your own. It's free and won't take long to play; it's a solid game, go play it.”
- “The visual performance and game mechanics are quite unique; it uses light and shadows in a clever way, and many puzzles are related to how you see objects.”
- “5/10 because of good performance.”
- “This might be something that only shows up on lower performance machines where frame rate varies widely, but it completely ruins the game.”
humor
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The game features a charming blend of visual humor and clever design, with players enjoying amusing details and gags that enhance the experience without the need for dialogue. Its minimalist art style and engaging puzzles create a lighthearted atmosphere, making it easy to appreciate the comedic elements throughout the gameplay. Overall, the humor is well-integrated and adds to the enjoyment without being overly frustrating or simplistic.
- “I liked taking my time and laughing at all the funny details.”
- “It's an interesting puzzle game playing with perspective, gravity, and dimensions, with a minimalist art style that's impossible to dislike and visual humor that needs no words to be entertaining (hard not to chuckle at a printer printing pancakes).”
- “Wander around the space as much as you can, as there are visual gags that'll tickle your funny bone.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the creative and mind-bending puzzles in the game, though some segments are described as tedious and grindy. Despite these moments of frustration, the overall experience is enjoyable and engaging, making it a standout puzzle game for the year.
- “I like the 'mind-bending' aspect, but found most of the puzzles tedious.”
- “The orbit eye puzzle is a bit tedious to do but overall has to be one of my favorite puzzle games this year, really nice trip : )”
replayability
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The game offers strong replayability, particularly through its speedrun feature, allowing players to revisit the experience for a quicker challenge after completing the initial run. Its concise gameplay enhances this replay value, making it appealing for those looking to improve their times.
- “Replayable; you can speedrun the game after the first run.”
- “Overall, the gameplay is short and sweet, with replay value enhanced by a speedrun timer.”
- “Replayable (you can speedrun after the first run).”
- “Overall, short and sweet gameplay with replay value due to a speedrun timer.”
emotional
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Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, noting that the nuanced puzzle design fosters a sense of both challenge and accomplishment, allowing them to feel both intelligent and challenged without feeling discouraged by failure.
- “The puzzle design is brilliant and nuanced, never making me feel dumb for failing to solve something.”
- “It made me feel like an idiot and a genius at the same time.”
stability
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Overall, the game's stability is commendable, with most players experiencing a consistent frame rate exceeding 300fps. However, there are occasional minor graphical glitches and rare frame rate drops to around 90fps.
- “Minor graphical glitches and a frame rate that stayed over 300 fps for most of the game but dropped to around 90 once or twice.”