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Kavel

64%Game Brain Score
music, gameplay
100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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"Kavel is an action-puzzle game where players rotate and place Tetrominos onto a grid to create matches and earn points. It offers three game modes: Casual for strategic planning, Frenzy for a fast-paced challenge, and Zen for stress-free, endless play. Compete against friends and earn achievements as you navigate the endless possibility space of this fresh take on classic block games."

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100%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
music2 positive mentions
  • Kavel features a simple yet clever design with a high degree of polish, making it visually appealing and engaging.
  • The game offers a satisfying blend of relaxation and challenge, with various modes like Zen and Casual allowing for both leisurely play and strategic thinking.
  • The mechanics involving bombs and tetrominoes create a unique and rewarding gameplay experience, encouraging players to experiment and improve their skills.
  • The tutorial lacks depth and does not adequately explain the more complex mechanics, leaving players to rely on external guides for understanding.
  • Control options are limited, with mouse-only functionality and no hotkeys, which may not be ergonomic for all players.
  • The absence of a volume slider and cumbersome settings navigation can detract from the overall user experience.
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its great minimalist presentation and soothing piano melodies, enhancing the overall experience. However, users noted the lack of volume settings and cumbersome options for adjusting visual elements, which detracts from the otherwise well-executed mobile port.

    • “It's a mobile port done really well for the most part, great minimalist presentation, nice piano music, functional sound effects.”
    • “Let yourself sink in the music.”
    • “The two issues I have are no volume settings, only toggles for music and sound, and while resolution options are in a pull-down menu, everything else, including 60+ color palettes, has to be changed by going through them one by one, left or right.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a unique "self-sustaining engine" mechanic that involves balancing resource management, which adds depth and strategy. The incorporation of tetromino elements into traditional matching mechanics enhances enjoyment, making the experience both relaxing and engaging.

    • “I enjoy the mechanics and the 'self-sustaining engine' style of play that ends up taking place where you build up fuel before trying to balance using it to succeed and regain it so you don't lose momentum.”
    • “The tetromino twist on the usual matching mechanics is instantly enjoyable.”
    • “It's relaxing while having interesting gameplay.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is frequently praised as engaging and appealing, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “A very interesting game, with a captivating atmosphere.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the satisfaction and joy players experience when successfully using bombs to create matches, clear shapes, and rearrange the board, fostering a sense of accomplishment and engagement.

  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics and sound effects are highly praised, contributing to an overall impressive visual and auditory experience.

    • “The graphics and sound effects are pretty great too.”

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