harmony

About

harmony is a strategy board game turned digital. the key philosophy behind harmony's design is simple to learn, but hard to master. in harmony you must out maneuver your opponent to make an alternating pattern without letting them leverage your own pieces against you. in harmony your goal is to make a pattern of four pieces in alternating states. this state can either be the face of the piece…

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Harmony offers a relaxing and minimalist aesthetic that enhances the overall gaming experience.
The game is easy to learn but provides enough depth and strategy to keep players engaged and challenged.
Playing against friends is highly recommended, as it adds to the enjoyment and competitiveness of the game.

The computer opponent is not very challenging, which can detract from the experience for solo players.
Some players feel that the game could benefit from a more varied difficulty setting for the AI.
While the game is simple, some may find it lacks the complexity and depth of more traditional strategy games.

graphics
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The graphics of Harmony are characterized by a minimalist aesthetic that creates a relaxing and ethereal atmosphere, enhanced by an attractive soundscape. The uncluttered visuals and radial board layout contribute to a peaceful gaming experience, effectively blending the timeless strategies of chess and the accessibility of checkers.
- “Harmony leans into its minimalist aesthetic and is quite relaxing; something about the radial board layout and the way the pieces sound sliding around gives a dreamy, almost ethereal atmosphere to each game.”
- “The overall experience is peaceful and compelling, especially with the attractive minimalist aesthetic and atmospheric soundscape.”
- “Harmony effortlessly marries the timeless strategies of chess and the accessibility of checkers within a soothing minimalist art style.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of Harmony is characterized by its minimalist aesthetic and tranquil soundscape, creating a relaxing and ethereal experience. The radial board layout and soothing sounds of the game pieces contribute to a peaceful and compelling ambiance, further enhanced by a calming soundtrack.
- “Harmony leans into its minimalist aesthetic and is quite relaxing; something about the radial board layout and the way the pieces sound sliding around gives a dreamy, almost ethereal atmosphere to each game.”
- “The overall experience is peaceful and compelling, especially with the attractive minimalist aesthetic and atmospheric soundscape.”
- “The tranquil soundtrack enhances the contemplative atmosphere.”
gameplay
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Gameplay is characterized by easy-to-understand mechanics that offer a vast array of potential win states, fostering a rich strategic meta. The simplicity combined with novel elements allows for deceptive tactics and surprise plays, ensuring that each session remains engaging and varied, even in quick matches lasting just a few minutes.
- “The mechanics are easy to grasp, and the combinatorially huge number of different win states suggests that a detailed meta could emerge from the game.”
- “The mechanics are simple yet entirely novel and give you the feeling that there is endless strategy waiting to be exploited.”
- “These elements give players the opportunity for deceptions and surprise plays that are sure to keep gameplay interesting for many games, even though a single game can be as quick as a few minutes.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features a tranquil soundtrack that effectively enhances the contemplative atmosphere, contributing to an immersive experience.
- “The tranquil soundtrack enhances the contemplative atmosphere.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, adding depth to the game's emotional moments.”