Frequency Dissonance

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Frequency Dissonance is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by 03gle and was released on May 19, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Frequency Dissonance," spend 30-60 minutes on a 24-year space station assignment, decoding 3 radio signals to influence imperial fates. Operate various machinery in a cozy planet setting to unlock 8 different endings. This game is part of the CosmOS 9 bundle, a collection of puzzle games found on a drifting space console.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features a charming aesthetic and lovely pixel graphics that enhance the overall experience.
It offers a fun and interesting premise with a variety of endings to discover, making it engaging despite its short length.
The narrative is thought-provoking and humorous, providing a pleasant and warm feeling upon completion.

The gameplay is very short, typically taking only 10-30 minutes to complete, which may not justify the price for some players.
Many players feel that the game lacks depth and can be completed quickly, making it feel more like a mini-game than a full experience.
There are issues with sound balance, as some audio elements, like the cannon firing, are reported to be excessively loud.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's graphics are praised for their lovely pixel art and appealing aesthetic, contributing to a strong overall art style. However, some users note a lack of cohesion between the graphical design and controls, which detracts from the experience.
- “I love the aesthetic of this game.”
- “Lovely pixel graphics.”
- “Great art style and feel to the game.”
- “And there's no real cohesion between the graphical design and the controls, meaning the whole 'console' gimmick doesn't really hold up.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay is concise, lasting around 15 minutes, and is characterized by its intuitive and tactile mechanics that encourage player reflection on deeper themes, such as the nature of conflict. It offers a simple yet engaging experience that requires minimal commitment from players.
- “What can I say about Frequency Dissonance that cannot be better conveyed through its simple yet pure gameplay?”
- “Demanding only a small commitment from the player and using intuitive and tactile mechanics, this game makes you ponder a fundamental question about the nature of conflict: who pulls the trigger?”
- “There's only 15 minutes of gameplay here (including all endings).”
- “What can I say about frequency dissonance that cannot be better conveyed through its simple yet pure gameplay?”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game elicits genuine chuckles at various moments, blending lightheartedness with interesting and thought-provoking elements.
- “I found myself chuckling at a bunch of moments, but it's also pretty interesting and somewhat thought-provoking in some aspects.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a compelling narrative with multiple endings influenced by player choices, allowing for a quick yet engaging storytelling experience. Reviewers highlight the story as riveting, making it a standout aspect of the game.
- “This game is structured with many endings depending on your actions, and yet every single story will only take you a bit of time to complete after you figure everything out.”
- “Story – riveting.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that while some games in the bundle, like Triga, are worth the full price, others are either underdeveloped or tedious, making them difficult to recommend. Overall, the grinding experience varies significantly, with many titles feeling like a chore rather than an engaging challenge.
- “The grinding in this game feels excessively tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Many aspects of the game are underdeveloped, leading to a frustrating grind that detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The repetitive nature of the grinding makes it difficult to recommend this game, as it feels like a chore rather than fun.”