Markov Alg
- May 30, 2019
- fewjix
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Get on itch.io StoreMarkov Alg (short for "Markov Algorithm") is a retro-style puzzle game where you navigate game fields filled with code and instructions, and transform strings of symbols to finally get to your goal.
Reviews
- Clever and enjoyable puzzle mechanics that encourage logic and creative thinking, similar to Baba Is You.
- Puzzles are well-crafted with a steady increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge without unnecessary tricks.
- The game is bite-sized, allowing for quick play sessions while still offering a sense of accomplishment.
- Full screen mode is not functional, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Some puzzles are not as challenging as advertised, leading to potential disappointment for players seeking a tougher challenge.
- The game lacks builds for Linux and Mac, limiting accessibility for some players.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Markov Alg features a single, powerful mechanic reminiscent of Baba Is You, making it easier and shorter but still creatively challenging. While the tutorial levels effectively introduce the mechanics, players may encounter surprises in later puzzles that reveal deeper interactions, often discovered through trial and error. Overall, the game encourages creative problem-solving with its straightforward yet impactful mechanics.
“The core mechanics are similar to 'Baba Is You' with a slight variation.”
“The game mechanics are mostly explained well in what you can consider tutorial levels, but sometimes you don't really understand everything about that mechanic until a later puzzle surprises you by letting you discover side effects of that mechanic through trial and error.”
“The game mechanics are mostly explained well in what you can consider tutorial levels, but sometimes you don't really understand everything about that mechanic until a later puzzle surprises you by letting you discover side effects of said mechanic that you didn't need to fully comprehend when it was first introduced.”
“There aren't a lot of game mechanics to learn, but the levels force you to use them very creatively.”
“As you only have a single main gameplay element, Markov algorithms are considerably easier and much shorter than 'Baba Is You', but that single rule is actually quite powerful, as the sequences can be arbitrarily long combinations of characters.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users note that the stability feature, represented by [const], effectively freezes a line indefinitely, contributing to a reliable and consistent gameplay experience.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
“The server disconnects happen way too often, disrupting gameplay.”
