klocki
- July 13, 2016
- RainbowTrain - Maciej Targoni
- 2h median play time
"Klocki" is a single-player puzzle game known for its outstanding gameplay, impressive visuals, and soothing music. The game offers a variety of puzzle mechanics and a relaxing experience, though it has low replayability and may require some grinding. Created by Maciej Targoni, "Klocki" is a sequel to the successful game "Hook" and provides a minimalistic and emotionally engaging experience for players.
Reviews
- Relaxing and visually appealing with a minimalist design.
- Gradually introduces new mechanics, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- Great value for the price, providing about an hour of enjoyable puzzle-solving.
- Very short, with some players completing it in under an hour.
- Lacks a level selection menu, making it difficult to track progress.
- Some puzzles can feel too easy, especially in the early stages.
- gameplay380 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Klocki is characterized by its minimalist design and intuitive mechanics, which are gradually introduced and combined throughout the game. Players can expect a relaxing experience with a variety of puzzles that start off simple but increase in complexity as new mechanics are added, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging. While the game is relatively short, lasting about an hour, it offers a satisfying challenge without overwhelming players, making it a worthwhile experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
“The game has great pacing and introduces simple and easy to understand mechanics slowly so that when it gets more complicated you are fully prepared for it.”
“The mechanics are varied and introduced at a good pace and combine interestingly enough without any one puzzle being too taxing.”
“The gameplay introduces one simple mechanic after another and then starts layering them on top of each other.”
“The game starts with simple mechanics, but it gets more complicated along the way.”
“The puzzles do get considerably more difficult as new mechanics are introduced.”
“The gameplay length is around 30-45 minutes for the whole game.”
- music161 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and ambient qualities, enhancing the overall calming experience of gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the soothing soundtrack, which complements the minimalist design and engaging puzzles, creating a serene atmosphere that allows for focused play. While some noted a desire for more variety in the music, the general consensus is that the soundtrack effectively contributes to a meditative and enjoyable gaming experience.
“The soundtrack, aesthetic, is absolutely perfect for people who love games with a good soundtrack and aesthetic.”
“A satisfying experience with clean, colorful visuals, fitting sound effects and very relaxing music.”
“The music is very relaxing, almost meditative.”
“The music is very simplistic though I didn't manage to burn out on it in the hour I played the game.”
“A little variety on the music would have made the sound department just perfect.”
“The games I mentioned are doing a way better job in creating a relaxed atmosphere with music and visuals.”
- graphics132 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their minimalist and aesthetically pleasing design, creating a calming atmosphere that complements the puzzle mechanics. While some users noted that the visuals can be simple or occasionally harsh on the eyes, the overall consensus is that the clean and colorful graphics enhance the relaxing experience of the game. Many reviewers appreciate the smooth animations and the effective use of color, making it a visually satisfying puzzle game.
“Excellent visuals and great puzzle design.”
“Klocki is a peaceful puzzle game with beautiful, calming audio and visuals that complement each other well.”
“The graphics and interface are perfect, and the music sets a relaxing and peaceful mood.”
“Graphics can be obnoxious when one gets to the area fill mechanic (ovals, hearts, circles etc.) -- I found the color palette to be harsh on the eyes.”
“Graphical palette selection is poor, as mentioned, but this title is engaging enough to be worth considering at full price as well.”
“There is no graphical option support currently, meaning I also had to play it on a secondary monitor and could not play it in windowed mode.”
- replayability28 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is generally considered limited, with many reviewers noting that while it can be enjoyable to play through once or twice, there is little incentive to return after completing it. Some players appreciate the polished design and puzzle quality, but the lack of new content or randomization significantly reduces its replay value. A few users suggest that community-created puzzles or additional features could enhance replayability, but as it stands, the game is best enjoyed in short sessions.
“Infinitely replayable.”
“Really well made and designed game with decent replayability and a great price for what you get.”
“It can take up to three hours to reach the end and it has a lot of replay value because it will be a long time before you memorize the solution to each puzzle.”
“Not a ton of replayability but definitely worth playing through once!”
“The game has little replayability value, maybe after a long hiatus but it'll be even easier then, unless you have a reset button for forgetting how to play a game.”
“Without more puzzles or the ability to generate new ones randomly, the game has no replay value.”
- grinding15 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some appreciate the variety and intuitive mechanics that prevent the game from feeling overly grindy, others note that certain puzzles, particularly sliding puzzles, can become tedious and repetitive as the game progresses. The game's short length and relaxing atmosphere help mitigate the tedium, but some players still feel that certain mechanics and puzzle types can lead to a frustrating experience.
“I'm not sure how far I got through the game, but it's simply too tedious to continue.”
“The core pieces of the puzzles got more annoying to interact with and the puzzles more and more tedious to complete.”
“It's an interesting little game and the mechanics worked well/looked nice, but towards the end when puzzles combined the game mechanics extensively, it got tedious.”
- atmosphere15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its enchanting and relaxing qualities, enhanced by a beautiful soundtrack and calming visuals. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create a zen-like environment that complements the puzzle-solving experience, making it enjoyable despite some repetitiveness. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a key element that elevates the gameplay, providing a tranquil backdrop for players.
“From the atmosphere to the creativity and challenge of the puzzles, it was all very enchanting.”
“The game definitely puts you in a relaxing environment; while it can get tedious and repetitive, the nice atmosphere helps alleviate that feeling.”
“It's an atmospheric, pretty, meditative puzzle game that I can't recommend enough!”
“The games I mentioned are doing a way better job in creating a relaxed atmosphere with music and visuals.”
“A low-price mini puzzle game, totally devoid of text, but with loads of atmosphere and plenty of clever tricks up its sleeve.”
“A challenging puzzle game set in a relaxing atmosphere.”
- story12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely absent, with some players noting that it doesn't require a complex narrative to be enjoyable. While one reviewer created a personal backstory involving aliens teaching humans through puzzles, the consensus is that the game focuses more on gameplay than on delivering a significant plot. Overall, the lack of a traditional story does not detract from the fun, as players appreciate the gameplay experience itself.
“This game proves that sometimes you don't need a hard-hitting, complex narrative or power fantasy to have fun.”
“The moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story I made up in my head about this game would be that aliens try to teach humans their language by making them solve these puzzles.”
“This game has no story.”
“The placement of the story and how soon it came were quite fast, but that isn't to say the game has any kind of story.”
“The soundtrack is very soothing and the graphics are great, reminiscent of Zenge, but without the overarching story.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally rewarding, describing it as heartwarming and wholesome, particularly praising the last level for its ability to evoke feelings of appreciation and comfort after a tough day. The combination of well-constructed puzzles and a fitting soundtrack enhances the emotional experience, making it a standout in the puzzle genre that resonates deeply with players. Overall, the game successfully blends mental challenge with emotional depth, leaving players with a sense of joy and fulfillment.
“The last level is heartwarming. 10/10.”
“Relaxing, wholesome, and tenderhearted; it hugs you after a long, rough day at the office and makes you feel appreciated and needed when no one else does.”
“This is simply the best game I have played since Monument Valley made me cry these oh so wonderful tears of joy.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and whimsical elements, such as amusing sound effects and a visually entertaining design. Players appreciate the blend of simplicity and clever puzzle mechanics, which contribute to an overall fun experience. The game successfully incorporates humor into its gameplay, making it enjoyable without being overly challenging.
“It is also very aesthetically and aurally pleasing — particularly the levers that you can jiggle rapidly to make funny bouncy noises.”
“The art of funny simplicity packed in a lot of logical puzzle variations.”
“Difficulty is still not extreme, but the game becomes a lot of fun - and in case of Klocki, it also looks very funny with everything rammed into one plate/box/whatever.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs and glitches that can freeze the entire system. While the puzzles are well-received, the user interface is criticized for being unfriendly, further detracting from the overall experience.
“The game is buggy; the GUI is not user-friendly, but the puzzles are great.”
“There are numerous glitches and bugs.”
“The game freezes my whole computer after a few seconds.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is perceived as having a mobile-like design, which may not appeal to all players, but it notably lacks microtransactions, offering a more straightforward experience compared to other mobile games that often rely heavily on ads and costly upgrades.
“The game has a mobile feel, but I appreciate that there are no microtransactions!”
“I love that the monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
“It's refreshing to see a game that offers a complete experience without relying on in-game purchases.”
“The game feels somewhat too mobile-like, which might be off-putting for those who dislike that style, but at least there are no microtransactions!”
“I've seen more expensive ad-free upgrades in Android games, where you spend half the time watching ads.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, featuring tight graphics and smooth performance across a wide range of hardware, including older PCs with minimal specifications.
“The graphics look tight and the game runs smoothly.”
“The game can run smoothly on most PCs or laptops, given that it runs fine on my old PC with Windows XP and a low-end graphics card.”