Mindsweeper: Puzzle Adventure

About

"Mindsweeper: Puzzle Adventure" is a 3D adventure escape game where you dive into the mind of a scientist infected with the Genetic Plague, in search of a stolen cure. Explore hand-made levels, solve challenging puzzles, and interact with characters to uncover memory glimpses and untangle a lifetime of memories. With beautiful graphics and atmospheric audio, the game offers a unique and memorable story that will keep you engaged.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Mindsweeper: Puzzle Adventure screenshot

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 717 reviews

graphics50 positive mentions

monetization23 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a charming art style that many players appreciate.
Puzzles are engaging and provide a good mix of challenge without being overly difficult, making it suitable for casual players.
The game offers a fun and relaxing experience, with a storyline that, while simple, is enjoyable for many players.

Many players find the game too easy, with a lack of challenging puzzles, leading to a quick completion time.
The game has a paywall after a few free levels, which frustrates players who expect a full experience without additional costs.
The story feels disjointed and ends abruptly, leaving players wanting more depth and resolution.

graphics
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
24%
7%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the art style and aesthetic, describing them as beautiful, nice, and even reminiscent of classic styles. However, some users find the graphics sub-par compared to other games, noting issues like clunkiness and a lack of depth. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, there are calls for improvement and more variety in design.
- “The graphics are excellent and very appealing.”
- “Beautifully rendered illustrated graphics and a really unique take on an escape room type game.”
- “Overall, the graphics are amazing and the art style too!”
- “Bit disappointing, basic puzzles and graphics.”
- “The game could have had an interesting story if it was better explained, but graphics are sub-par to previous games, the puzzles are not as entertaining nor challenging and overall a letdown.”
- “The graphics are from the 80s and the puzzles don't need much thinking about.”
story
63 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
46%
10%
The story in the game is often described as disjointed and lacking depth, with many players feeling it loses focus and ends abruptly. While some appreciate the initial promise and emotional elements of the narrative, others find it vague and underdeveloped, leading to a sense of disappointment, especially when tied to the game's pricing model. Overall, the story has potential but is frequently overshadowed by simplistic puzzles and graphics that detract from the overall experience.
- “A sad but nice story through the life of a scientist from childhood to adulthood. I don't really like character study type games with drama, but this hooked me by the opening and tricked me into loving the sweet, somber story.”
- “Great story, exquisite graphics, and challenging puzzles.”
- “Interesting story, nice graphics, and easy controls.”
- “The story is disjointed and ends very abruptly.”
- “The story shows some promise early on, but loses focus and turns quite vague later.”
- “The story is completely random and not well thought out.”
monetization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
7%
82%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive presence of ads, especially given that the game requires payment for additional levels. While some users appreciate the option to pay a small fee to remove ads and unlock all content, others feel that the combination of ads and paywalls is unfair and detracts from the overall experience. Overall, players suggest that the game should either reduce the number of ads or offer more content for free to improve satisfaction.
- “I played for free via Google Play Pass (included in that $5 per month), so there were no microtransactions and I had the whole game from the get-go.”
- “£2.99 (40% off) seems a fair price to unlock all the chapters and have unlimited hints with no ads.”
- “Fun puzzles, storyline, and $3 for no ads, all chapters?”
- “To continue, a purchase is required; I paid $2.99, which purchased the remaining 6 levels, eliminates ads, and provides unlimited hints.”
- “As noted by other users, if you want to make a demo so people would buy the full game, littering every level with ads is unfair and annoying.”
- “I like this developer but hate games with both ads and paywalls.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with many players finding it enjoyable and addictive, despite some criticisms regarding its length and puzzle difficulty. While the graphics are appreciated, some users noted issues with game mechanics and a lack of clarity in the story. A few players expressed disappointment over the need to pay for additional content, which affected their overall rating.
- “I loved the gameplay but was disappointed by how short it was.”
- “The visuals have a nice aesthetic to them, and the gameplay can be addicting.”
- “Nice graphics, fun gameplay 🙂 feels different than other escape gameplay.”
- “Game mechanics are a little wonky sometimes, but overall a good game.”
- “Just too life-like gameplay.”
- “Disliked the awkward gameplay.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising it as lovely and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience, while others feel it is insufficient to elevate a poorly executed game. Overall, many appreciate the relaxing and explorative qualities of the soundtrack, which complements the gameplay well.
- “Lovely music.”
- “Its really explorative and adventurous with cool music and nice graphics.”
- “Completed, loved all the puzzles, the atmospheric music and the searching for stamps.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The stability of the game is inconsistent, with many users reporting frequent freezes and bugs that disrupt gameplay. While some players enjoy the graphics and puzzles when the game functions properly, others experience significant glitches that hinder their experience. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for a portion of the user base.
- “No glitches or gremlins here; the gameplay is smooth and reliable.”
- “The game runs flawlessly without any crashes or interruptions.”
- “I appreciate the consistent performance; it makes for a much more enjoyable experience.”
- “Freezes constantly and messes up my phone, but if you can get the game to work right, it is great. I love the old style graphics and the puzzles were addicting.”
- “Could be good; I love your games, but this one is buggy.”
- “Glitches.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is polarizing; while some players appreciate the atmospheric music and engaging puzzles, others feel that the overly vibrant art detracts from the potential mystery and immersion.
- “Completed, loved all the puzzles, the atmospheric music, and the searching for stamps.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Despite Google Play indicating that the game is not optimized for certain devices, users have reported no performance issues while playing on devices like the Samsung Tab A (SM-T380).
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that the grinding aspect of the game often involves puzzles that are either too obvious or overly tedious, leading to a lack of engagement and enjoyment.
- “Many of the puzzles tend to either be fairly obvious or tedious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express frustration that the emotional impact of the game's heartwarming story is undermined by the requirement to pay for continued access, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their struggles feel incredibly real.”
- “I was moved to tears by the heartfelt moments in the story; it really connected with my own experiences.”
- “The game beautifully captures the essence of love and loss, leaving a lasting impact on my heart.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features humorous elements that enhance the experience, with players appreciating the clever puzzles and appealing graphics that contribute to its overall charm.
- “The humor in the game is spot on, making even the toughest puzzles enjoyable.”
- “I love how the witty dialogue keeps me laughing while I solve the puzzles.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add so much charm to the gameplay.”