gem setter
- May 30, 2020
- Onefin
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Reviews
- Gem Setter features an easy-to-use level editor that allows for creativity and personalization, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- The game offers a fun and addictive puzzle-solving experience with a good balance of difficulty, making it accessible for both newcomers and veterans.
- The soundtrack and animations are highly praised, contributing to a charming and enjoyable atmosphere while playing.
- Some users found the menu navigation frustrating, as it requires scrolling and does not remember the last position, which can be discouraging.
- While the game is generally well-received, a few players noted that the tutorials could be lacking in detail, particularly for solving more complex puzzles.
- The graphics are described as simple, which may not appeal to everyone looking for more visually intricate designs.
- music13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising the original soundtrack as exceptional and worthy of inclusion in personal playlists. The combination of beautiful music and a charming minimal art style enhances the overall gameplay experience, making it a standout feature that encourages repeated play. Players also recommend supporting the game's musician and consider purchasing the soundtrack.
“Don't even get me started on the soundtrack... every single song from the OST is on my playlist; it's so good!”
“Clean design, simple but challenging levels, beautiful music.”
“The minimal art style is charming and fits the vibe of the music and gameplay very well.”
“I find myself playing this game again and again, in order to listen to its music that I love.”
“This is a game I would recommend if you like puzzle games and chill music.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its clever and simple mechanics that lead to complex puzzle design, complemented by a charming minimal art style and fitting audio. The inclusion of an easy-to-use level editor enhances creativity, allowing players to explore and innovate within the game. Overall, the combination of engaging mechanics, variety, and strong level design contributes to a highly enjoyable experience.
“This is a great game, the art and animation are lovely and all the mechanics feel right.”
“This is such a clever game - the mechanics are very simple and easy to understand but the complexity that can come out of them is really unbelievable, making for some really interesting puzzle design.”
“Clever mechanics, great variety of evolution upon said mechanics, great level design, and a level editor + fantastic audio as well!”
“It's just gameplay.”
“The minimal art style is charming and fits the vibe of the music and gameplay very well.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a simple yet charming minimal art style that complements the game's music and gameplay, while the pleasing animations enhance the overall visual experience.
“The graphics are very simple, but the animations are very pleasing.”
“The graphics are very simple, but the animations were very pleasing.”
“The minimal art style is charming and fits the vibe of the music and gameplay very well.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game lacks a narrative, with users noting that there is no story present.
“There is no story to speak of.”
“The game lacks any meaningful narrative.”
“The storyline is completely absent.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a task that demands an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
