Frequency Dissonance

About

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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features lovely pixel graphics and a charming aesthetic.
It offers a fun and interesting premise with multiple endings to discover.
The narrative is engaging and has a bit of humor, making it a pleasant experience.

The game is very short, with most playthroughs lasting only 10-30 minutes.
There is a limited amount of content, making it feel more like a mini-game than a full experience.
Some players found the endings predictable and lacking depth, leading to a feeling of disappointment.

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.”
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 captivating narrative with multiple endings influenced by player choices, allowing for a quick yet engaging storytelling experience. Each storyline is designed to be completed in a relatively short time once players grasp the mechanics.
- “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.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay of Frequency Dissonance is praised for its simplicity and purity, requiring minimal commitment while utilizing intuitive mechanics. This design encourages players to reflect on deeper themes, such as the nature of conflict and decision-making.
- “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?”
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 hard 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 endless and 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 more like a chore than fun.”