Hidden Memory - Nature
- November 18, 2020
- YAW Studios
Get on Steam"Hidden Memory - Nature" is a minimalist puzzle game designed for relaxation and enjoyment. The game features elegant art inspired by nature, which is gradually revealed as you complete each memory-based puzzle. By solving these puzzles, players can immerse themselves in a calming, disconnected experience while appreciating the beauty of the natural world. Add the game to your wishlist and follow for updates.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful, minimalist art and calming music, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players.
- Puzzles are enjoyable and progressively increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
- It's a great option for casual gamers looking for a short, stress-relieving experience at a low price.
- The game lacks depth and complexity, making it feel more like a mobile app than a full PC game, which may disappoint some players.
- There are technical issues, such as unskippable animations and a lack of clear instructions, which can lead to confusion and frustration.
- The game is very short, and some players feel it doesn't offer enough content or replay value to justify its cost.
- music19 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently described as calming, soothing, and relaxing, enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience. Players appreciate the pleasant piano soundtrack and its ability to create a comforting environment, making it ideal for focusing on puzzles. The combination of beautiful nature-inspired visuals and tranquil music effectively promotes relaxation and enjoyment.
“With beautiful art and calm, relaxing music, it creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxation, fulfilling what it promises!”
“The relaxing music combined with beautiful images inspired by nature is perfect for disconnecting from the world!”
“Relaxing and challenging game; it tests your memory, and you have to remember the geometric sequence to the sound of relaxing songs and beautiful images of nature.”
“The music was okay, and it has volume control settings which is always nice.”
“Very relaxing, I must say. Even the music effect is so soothing and calming for the mind.”
“The 'mother nature' theme, besides calm background music, helped me to focus on each puzzle and enjoy.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while many players praise the visuals as "insanely beautiful" and "lovely," highlighting the transformation of puzzles into stunning artwork, others criticize the lack of resolution options and graphics tweaks typical for PC games. The overall aesthetic is described as relaxing and minimalist, contributing to a peaceful gaming experience, despite some frustrations with the game's adherence to geometric rules.
“The visuals are insanely beautiful, and when every puzzle is completed, the puzzle will transform into amazing art.”
“The artwork is lovely, the music is lovely, and the way the symbols fit into the artwork and how it all comes together in the end is just... lovely.”
“Very relaxing and beautiful visuals make this puzzle game a whole peaceful experience.”
“There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that gradually increase in difficulty, keeping the experience engaging without becoming overly challenging. Players appreciate the relaxing atmosphere and lack of time pressure, making it an enjoyable choice for casual gaming sessions. However, some users noted a lack of clear instructions, which can lead to confusion regarding puzzle mechanics and goals.
“The game isn't overly hard, but the mechanics and the difficulty do increase over time, so it never gets stale either.”
“With a nice and relaxing zen-like atmosphere and a simple mechanic, this game is really enjoyable!”
“I recommend it if you are looking for a game to spend a few minutes (that will turn into hours) with a simple but fun mechanic.”
“The biggest leap is in understanding what the mechanics and goals of the puzzles are, due to lack of instructions.”
“The game isn't overly hard, but the mechanics and the difficulty do increase over time, so it never gets stale either (the only time I had trouble was the very last level, see below).”
“There are no timers, no best score, nothing that pushes you into a stressful gameplay.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by beautiful art and calming music, creating a relaxing and enjoyable experience. While it offers a unique and peaceful ambiance, some players find the adherence to geometric rules inconsistent, which can lead to confusion during gameplay. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its zen-like quality, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“With beautiful art and calm, relaxing music, it creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxation, fulfilling what it promises!”
“It brings an atmosphere of peace and fun.”
“With a nice and relaxing zen-like atmosphere and a simple mechanic, this game is really enjoyable!”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized due to the presence of suspicious reviews, which appear to be generated by accounts that promote direct purchases and consistently write fake reviews for low-quality games, suggesting a potential cash grab or scam.
“The monetization system feels exploitative, with prices set unreasonably high for in-game items that should be accessible to all players.”
“It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than providing a balanced gaming experience, which is really disappointing.”
“The constant push for microtransactions ruins the immersion and enjoyment of the game, making it feel more like a cash grab than a genuine experience.”
