Luna Story II (nonogram)

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Luna Story II (nonogram) is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Floralmong company and was released on November 18, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Luna Story II" is a Picross game featuring an emotional story of the Moon Keeper and Princess, who build a cabin to honor fallen Nobilunia but have their destiny twisted by darkness. The game includes various features such as puzzle save, touch pad support, hints, incorrect checking options, undo/redo functions, and a drag button for large puzzles. Players can choose between small and large maps, and display options include an X for a complete line.

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 184 reviews

music13 positive mentions

monetization26 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and soothing music, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players.
It offers a variety of puzzles that are engaging and addictive, making it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts.
The user interface is generally intuitive, and the game mechanics are friendly, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.

There are frequent bugs, including issues with the background music not turning off and the app restarting unexpectedly, causing loss of progress.
The controls can be frustrating, especially on larger puzzles, as they are not as responsive, leading to mistakes.
The game has intrusive ads that disrupt the gameplay experience, particularly loud ads that can be jarring.

music
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
57%
8%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its charm and relaxing qualities, while others express frustration over persistent glitches that cause the music to play even when turned off in the settings. Some users find the soundtrack enhances their gaming experience, but the inconsistency in sound control detracts from overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, the aesthetic and musical elements are often highlighted as standout features of the game.
- “The soundtrack is super charming.”
- “Love the music, it's so calming and helps focus and enjoy the game.”
- “Beautiful game - the colors, the music, the animation - it's gorgeous.”
- “I'd like to give this app 5 stars because of the addictive element, but over the past week or two, any time I try to play, some horrid bluegrass music pops on.”
- “I have selected to turn off the background music in the settings, and yet, about half the time I open the app, the music is on again.”
- “The only negative is that the music always plays when I open the app, even if I've turned it off in the game's settings.”
monetization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized for its intrusive and excessive ad placements, particularly after each level and during gameplay, which disrupts the user experience. While some players appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, many find the frequency and volume of ads to be annoying and detrimental to the game's relaxing nature. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some users noting that the game is worth the price to remove ads, while others feel overwhelmed by the ad load.
- “User tip: Before you open the app, turn off Wi-Fi to avoid ads.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure you to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that there are options to earn in-game currency without spending real money.”
- “Just stop running ads after every level and only show one ad when someone requests an extra life.”
- “Gives you 3 hearts and hard puzzles from the get-go, so you end up having to watch 10 ads to finish one puzzle.”
- “Hate the ads after each puzzle, especially when you use this app to relax just before sleep.”
story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
44%
13%
The story of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and beautiful art style, despite some criticism regarding poor English translations and minor bugs. While some users found the storyline to be less compelling than in previous installments, the overall experience remains enjoyable, particularly for fans of the series. However, the inconsistency in difficulty and control issues detracted from the storytelling experience for some players.
- “I still really love the storyline with this fabulous game.”
- “Great game, awesome puzzles and great story.”
- “Great story.”
- “Another installment of a Chinglish-filled cliffhanger storyline.”
- “The first game at least made a semblance of sense, even if the story was juvenile. I'd say it's made by AI, but it would be way better than this.”
- “The English translation of the story is quite poor, but the puzzles themselves are good, just like the first game.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and aesthetic appeal, contributing to a wholesome gaming experience. Users appreciate the vibrant colors and overall visual design, which enhance the enjoyment of the gameplay and puzzles. However, some technical issues, such as the game restarting when switching apps, have been noted.
- “I love Luna Story 1, so I downloaded this version too, and the colors and graphics are super pretty!”
- “Very aesthetic and wholesome.”
- “Pretty graphics and fun puzzles.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its user-friendly mechanics, including auto-filling rows and optional handicaps, making it accessible compared to other picross games. Players appreciate the combination of enjoyable music, engaging gameplay, and beautiful aesthetics, positioning it as one of the best in the genre.
- “The mechanics are friendlier than some other picross games, with auto-filling rows and optional handicaps.”
- “Best picross game mechanics, in my opinion.”
- “Nice music, nice gameplay, beautiful aesthetic.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be aesthetically pleasing and imbued with a wholesome emotional tone, contributing to a positive and uplifting experience.
- “The game evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and warmth.”
- “Every moment felt genuine and heartfelt, leaving a lasting impact.”
- “The emotional storytelling truly resonated with me, making me feel connected to the characters.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the frequent mistakes and accidents that arise from the lack of certain features. The 20x20 format, which includes many single tasks, contributes to this sense of monotony.
- “Both these are missing, and it causes a lot of tedious mistakes and accidents.”
- “The 20x20 has a lot of singles, which is tedious.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its unique storyline and complexity, although some players express discomfort with certain graphic elements that clash with the game's lighthearted tone. Overall, the humor seems to be a mixed bag, appealing to those who appreciate the narrative while potentially alienating others with its darker moments.
- “I really don't want to see a foot being operated on while I'm playing the funny nonogram game.”
- “Will edit my review later if something hits me funny, but I have yet to find another nonogram game with this level of storyline and complexity of puzzles.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, which significantly detracts from the overall experience, leaving some players disappointed despite their enthusiasm for the series.
- “I really loved Luna Story I and I wanted to love this one too, but it's so buggy that it messes me up quite a bit.”