Harmony: Relaxing Music Puzzle
- November 10, 2018
- Infinity Games, Lda
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Get on Apple Store"Harmony: Relaxing Music Puzzle" is a calming game that combines simple tap mechanics with music creation. Players tap squares to the rhythm of a reference line, with different instruments available to use. The game is designed as an "anxiety antidote". with no timers or stress features, creating a yoga-like experience to relax and challenge the mind.
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Reviews
- Beautiful graphics and soothing music create a relaxing experience.
- The puzzles are engaging and progressively challenging, making it enjoyable.
- The game effectively helps with stress relief and anxiety.
- Excessive ads interrupt the gameplay, often appearing after every level.
- The subscription model for ad removal is considered overpriced by many users.
- Some users experience crashes and performance issues, affecting gameplay.
- monetization1,176 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback due to the excessive frequency and intrusive nature of ads, which disrupt the intended relaxing experience. Many users report that ads appear after nearly every level, often being loud and jarring, leading to frustration and a diminished enjoyment of gameplay. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads for free access, they express a strong desire for a more balanced approach, such as fewer ads or a one-time purchase option to remove them entirely.
“With no ads or in-app purchases to interrupt the flow, it's a truly immersive experience.”
“I gladly paid for no ads, but didn't want to rate until I'd finished it.”
“Peaceful, relaxing, no ads game.”
“You took what is a great idea, concept, and wonderful design and completely trashed it solely to be strictly an advertising app!”
“But the longer you play, the more ads until finally you play a round and get an ad that's longer than the round you played until it feels like you're watching ads with occasional gameplay rather than playing with occasional ads.”
“The game itself is really good, but the ads are ridiculous.”
- music975 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, with many players appreciating the incorporation of various instruments and classical pieces. However, frequent and loud ads disrupt the immersive experience, often contrasting sharply with the calming soundtrack. While some users feel the musical aspect is minimal and more of a background feature, others enjoy the unique blend of puzzles and music, finding it both engaging and stress-relieving.
“The music with the puzzles makes this game unique. I look forward to experiencing the different instruments and composers!”
“The music is very well composed, the gameplay is fun and makes you think.”
“This game is a beautiful mix between music and puzzles, which makes the moment somewhat peaceful.”
“You call yourself a relaxing app... I play one music puzzle that literally is 10 seconds tops and get a 30-second ad.”
“The game isn't 'stress-free' because an ad interrupts every single level, and I noticed the ads caused noise distortion for the rest of the level, disrupting the calming music that this game prides itself on.”
“It's not a music puzzle game; it's just a visual puzzle that plays notes.”
- gameplay116 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as relaxing and easy to pick up, making it suitable for casual play, but many users find it repetitive and lacking in challenge as it progresses. While the music and sound design are praised, frequent interruptions from ads disrupt the flow and enjoyment of the gameplay, leading to frustration among players. Overall, the game has potential but would benefit from more varied mechanics and a better ad management system to enhance the user experience.
“The controls are simple, the gameplay is intuitive, and the addition of music and variety of instruments just adds that final touch of perfection.”
“Relaxing sounds and intuitive gameplay make for a sublime experience.”
“Beautiful graphics, beautiful audio, great gameplay, overall a wonderful game to play.”
“Gameplay feels like a walking sim; you don't have to think a lot about it, it's more of a relaxing app/stress ball than a game.”
“Gameplay drags on for too long without any interesting new mechanics added.”
“It never changes, never gets harder, the sound doesn't change, the mechanics don't change.”
- graphics83 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, simplicity, and calming aesthetic, contributing to a relaxing gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the clean and elegant visuals, which are complemented by soothing sound effects and music. However, the frequent ads interrupt the immersive experience, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game's visuals.
“The graphics are amazing and the relaxing atmosphere is just so soothing.”
“Beautiful graphics and sound, while also being an enjoyable puzzle game.”
“I love the calming sounds and graphics.”
“The ads in the middle of some of the multi-part levels ruin the aesthetic and really get in the way of enjoying the gameplay.”
“However, after about 10 or so minutes of play, the game starts to glitch out and freeze, so the visuals of the game aren't as smooth and relaxing as intended.”
“Must include relaxation music and improve graphics.”
- atmosphere22 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhanced by calming music and beautiful graphics that create an immersive experience. However, many players express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt this tranquil environment, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Despite the interruptions, the combination of engaging puzzles and serene ambiance makes it a popular choice for those seeking a peaceful gaming experience.
“The calming melodies create a serene atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a long day.”
“The atmosphere of this game is so soothing; it doesn't force you on a timer, just some little puzzles and relaxing music along with it.”
“Excellent gameplay for a relatively simple and relaxed atmosphere that is both challenging and entertaining.”
“I really enjoy the simplicity of the app, but the sudden ads take away from the calm atmosphere.”
“Too many ads that ruin the relaxed atmosphere.”
“Love the game, but the tranquility is broken by loud ads every couple of levels that ruin the atmosphere the game is supposed to create!”
- stability10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of bugs, crashes, and freezing issues that disrupt gameplay. While some players have experienced smooth performance, the overall consensus highlights a frustrating level of instability that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
“No glitches so far, and the difficulty is perfectly balanced—not too hard and not too easy.”
“Great game; it runs smoothly with no issues.”
“Unfortunately, it is buggy in how unloaded apps work and sometimes it freezes and doesn't respond when you finish a level.”
“Fun game, but can be a little buggy: the game would periodically freeze, usually once every 5 minutes or so.”
“Nice peaceful game, but constantly freezes.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotionally resonant music and soothing sounds, which many players find calming and heartwarming. While some users appreciate the emotional depth of the audio experience, a few have noted minor distractions that detract from the overall ambiance. Overall, the game successfully evokes strong positive emotions and provides a relaxing experience.
“Like the title says, it's a very relaxing game; each instrument sounds and feels quite emotional.”
“The sounds are touching my soul and calm me down very much.”
“Heartwarming and sweet.”
- humor6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviews on the humor aspect of the app are mixed; some users find it amusing and entertaining, appreciating its lightheartedness and comedic elements, while others feel it falls flat and lacks genuine humor. Overall, the humor seems to resonate with some players, providing a relaxing experience, while others are less impressed.
“I'm actually laughing at this joke of an app being called a puzzle game.”
“It's so funny and sometimes hard.”
“It's so relaxing; I'm a musician, and this... wow, is funny.”
“It's not funny.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
“I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some players note significant improvements in performance, particularly on newer devices, others experience issues related to effects that may hinder gameplay. Suggestions for options to reduce visual effects have been made to enhance performance further.
“Coming from a hardcore gamer, this game is a perfect test of speed, reaction time, coordination, and pattern recognition that will even improve performance in other games.”
“The app seems to run smoothly now.”
“I have a new smartphone, but I can clearly see that an optimization was made.”
“The gameplay is good, but the performance is bad. Maybe because of the effects; if there were options to remove effects, it would help a lot.”
“I have a new smartphone, but I can clearly see that optimization was lacking.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's story, likening it to a negative experience dominated by excessive advertisements that interrupt gameplay. The brevity of missions, lasting only 15 seconds, is overshadowed by the longer ad breaks, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
“It represents my whole story.”
“The advertisements, however, are a different story.”
“Cancer of a game; missions take less than 15 seconds, only for you to endure 30 seconds of ads after each one.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, particularly due to the requirement of manually clicking at the end of each level, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“You have to manually click at the end of each level; it's just tedious after the initial excitement.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which really drains the fun out of the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly regarded for its replayability, making it a favorite among players who enjoy returning to it multiple times.
“It is one of my favorites and has high replayability.”
