Minimal Crypt

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Minimal Crypt is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Crafty Weazel and was released on September 30, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Discover the simple yet intricate rules of Minimal Crypt through 50+ handcrafted puzzling levels of ever increasing difficulty! Create your own levels in the in-game editor and share them with the community to push the experience further.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

music5 positive mentions

Minimal Crypt features clever and innovative puzzle mechanics that challenge players to think critically and strategically.
The game has a sleek and minimalist aesthetic, complemented by a great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The inclusion of a level editor allows for community-generated content, providing endless replayability and variety in puzzles.

The game lacks sufficient user-generated levels and an in-game search feature, making it difficult to find and access community content.
Many of the base levels feel more like tutorials rather than fully developed puzzles, leading to a rushed experience.
The level selection process is cumbersome, as it can only be accessed while playing, rather than from the main menu.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Minimal Crypt" is characterized by its innovative mechanics that require players to color their character and obstacles to navigate through puzzles, adding a layer of complexity beyond traditional sokoban-style games. With over 60 levels organized into chapters that gradually introduce new mechanics, the game offers a well-paced challenge that encourages strategic thinking and problem-solving. Additionally, the inclusion of a level editor allows for community-generated content, enhancing replayability and creativity within the gameplay experience.
- “The UX/UI is sleek, and the mechanics and puzzle design are well thought out.”
- “A great puzzle game - simple mechanics, excellently designed and polished levels.”
- “Puzzle games with genuinely innovative mechanics are incredibly rare these days, and this little gem in the rough is a perfect example of something brand new that's easy to pick up but incredibly hard to master.”
- “The puzzles are alright, though it does seem more like a framework for community-generated content, because many of the 64 levels are just explanations of the mechanics, and the final level says 'thanks for playing and good luck!' which sounds more like the end of a tutorial.”
- “Nothing new or groundbreaking, just variations on some established puzzle elements and mechanics.”
- “When you thought you understood all the mechanics, there are more to come and real challenges to face.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its chill and engaging quality, enhancing the overall experience with a great soundtrack that complements the gameplay. While some players find it can become tiresome during extended sessions, the soundtrack is generally considered a standout feature that supports focus and relaxation amidst complex puzzles. The combination of clean visuals and a well-crafted audio backdrop contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Add to that, the game has a simple clear aesthetic, infinite undo, instant reset, and chill music.”
- “After checking all the marks you're looking for in a puzzle game, I have to mention the amazing soundtrack that suits perfectly the game so you can chill and focus on the most difficult levels.”
- “Great and original soundtrack completes the game levels nicely.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty decent and low-key, although it can get tiresome in longer play sessions.”
- “The game has a simple clear aesthetic, infinite undo, instant reset, and chill music.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and elegant design, featuring clean visuals and smooth animations that enhance the overall aesthetic. Users appreciate the simple yet effective art style, which is complemented by a fantastic soundtrack and thoughtful quality of life features. While the graphics are not overly complex, they effectively support the gameplay experience, making it visually appealing and engaging.
- “The design is minimalist and elegant, as usual for modern games of this kind.”
- “Minimal crypt's graphics are minimalist but very clean.”
- “The simplistic graphics, smooth, minimalistic animations, fantastic soundtrack and the exponentially steep difficulty curve all culminate together brilliantly.”
- “The simplistic graphics are underwhelming and lack detail.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and do not meet modern standards.”
- “The visuals are bland and fail to create an immersive experience.”