Meet me at NooN
- June 20, 2022
- Pandaroo Interactive
"Meet me at NooN" is a turn-based grid platformer where you control two spirits, Day and Night, who are separated from the Grand Hourglass. Each spirit can move and perform one action per turn in a time loop, with the day-spirit rewinding its actions and the night-spirit replaying its own. The objective is to manipulate the spirits' unique behaviors and time loops to align sun and moon symbols in each level.
Reviews
- Clever and original puzzle mechanics that utilize time manipulation in unique ways.
- Challenging yet satisfying gameplay that encourages deep thinking and problem-solving.
- Beautiful art style and relaxing soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
- Some mechanics can be confusing at first, requiring time to fully understand.
- The music may become repetitive over extended play sessions.
- User interface issues, such as unskippable actions and input buffering, can create minor frustrations.
- gameplay11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The gameplay features simple yet clever mechanics that initially appear confusing but quickly become intuitive, allowing players to engage deeply with the puzzles. The game offers a well-managed difficulty curve, encouraging creative problem-solving with multiple solutions to tasks, while the ambiance enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the refreshing visuals and the satisfying complexity that emerges from the straightforward mechanics.
“Overall a smart mechanic which made me say 'the guy who made this puzzle is a genius' just as I would in Patrick's Parabox, for instance.”
“I love the ambiance created with the music and the art style, and I love that the mechanics are simple but have a multitude of complex ways to work with them!”
“The mechanics are a bit confusing at first, but I see it as a puzzle inside the puzzle game.”
“While the game has few mechanics, the very core premise takes some satisfying effort to build a solid mental model of, and continually surprises with how any possible task you want to solve might have multiple potential ways to perform it, and the twists it adds on the formula as the game progresses have fascinating ramifications.”
“I like this kind of puzzle games where the mechanics seem quite simple but where the complexity is very quickly there.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for creating a relaxing and poetic atmosphere, enhancing the overall ambiance alongside the beautiful art style. While some users note that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, it is generally described as oniric and nostalgic, appealing particularly to fans of classic 16-bit games.
“I love the ambiance created with the music and the art style, and I love that the mechanics are simple but have a multitude of complex ways to work with them!”
“Really beautiful art and graphics with a relaxing soundtrack.”
“Nice experience, the graphics are simple and pretty and the soundtrack contributes to the poetic atmosphere.”
“The music can be a bit repetitive in the long run, but that's really the only negative thing I have to say.”
“The music is also oniric.”
“Also, the graphics and music are very sweet, very nostalgia-inducing for old 16-bit players like myself.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their beautiful and refreshing art style, which effectively complements the game's ambiance and soundtrack, creating a nostalgic and poetic atmosphere. Players appreciate the simplicity of the visuals, which enhance the overall experience while allowing for clever gameplay mechanics.
“Really beautiful art and graphics with a relaxing soundtrack.”
“Very clever mechanics with nice and refreshing visuals.”
“Nice experience, the graphics are simple and pretty and the soundtrack contributes to the poetic atmosphere.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by simple yet appealing graphics complemented by a poetic soundtrack, creating an overall pleasant experience for players.
“The graphics are simple and beautiful, and the soundtrack enhances the poetic atmosphere.”
“The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and an evocative soundtrack creates a truly captivating atmosphere.”