Neon Prism
- November 18, 2016
- EGAMER
Get on Steam"Neon Prism" is a highly addictive game that challenges you to navigate a ship through 50 levels of obstacles and puzzles using unique abilities like slowing down time and jumping short distances. With a medal system to track your progress, the game offers a satisfying challenge withits tricky end-levels and visually stunning design. Uplifting music and the opportunity to discover new game mechanics ensure an engaging experience.
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Reviews
- Neon Prism features a vibrant and entertaining puzzle design with a good variety of levels.
- The game's soundtrack is superb and enhances the overall experience.
- It offers a decent challenge, especially for achievement hunters, and can be enjoyable if purchased on sale.
- Controls can be unresponsive and frustrating, particularly when using keyboard and mouse.
- The visuals are basic and lack engaging backgrounds, making the overall aesthetic feel bland.
- Some levels can be frustratingly difficult or too easy, leading to an inconsistent gameplay experience.
- music60 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in "Neon Prism" receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the superb soundtrack and its thematic fit, while others criticize it for being overly loud or not matching the game's aesthetic. Many noted a predominance of techno and electronic styles, which may not appeal to all players, leading to a perception of the music as average or below expectations. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a highlight by some, but a point of contention for others, reflecting personal taste in music.
“The game's soundtrack is superb.”
“Game is simple, great music and colourful gameplay.”
“The music is amazing, the puzzle variation is continuous and you continue to be pleasantly surprised the further on you get in.”
“Most of the music is techno music, which is not my taste.”
“Overall art, the music, and the graphics are bland and below average, and the gameplay itself is not engaging enough.”
“The controls are awful and the music, while thematically appropriate, is so loud that even turning it way down hurt my ears with all the squeaky noises.”
- gameplay26 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been described as average and not particularly engaging, with some mechanics being overly complicated or poorly defined. While the game features bright visuals and decent music, it lacks depth and may not appeal to those seeking more developed gameplay experiences. Overall, it is seen as a simple and colorful game, but with significant room for improvement.
“Game is simple, great music and colorful gameplay.”
“Don't get me wrong... still bright & colorful with new levels that are great, but there are some differences that affect the gameplay.”
“These are not very interesting songs, but they are good enough for an hour of gameplay.”
“Overall art, the music, and the graphics are bland and below average, and the gameplay itself is not engaging enough.”
“Neon Prism is an average game; everything from the music to the soundtrack and gameplay is average here.”
“Some of the game mechanics weren't always clearly defined or even totally necessary (I achieved 100% gold without using the slow ability).”
- graphics16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users finding them bland and below average, while others describe them as simple yet fitting for the game's style. The visuals are characterized by bright, normal colors rather than a vibrant neon palette, and while the soundtrack is noted as good, the overall artistic presentation does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
“Recommended for people interested in the art style already shown in the videos/pictures above.”
“Visuals and soundtrack are good.”
“The visuals are ok for this kind of game.”
“Overall art, the music, and the graphics are bland and below average, and the gameplay itself is not engaging enough.”
“The graphics are simple.”
“The visuals are not that 'neon', just bright normal colors.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its depth and character development, while others find it lacking in originality and coherence. Overall, the narrative is seen as a significant element that can enhance or detract from the overall gaming experience, depending on individual preferences.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a playful and provocative tone, enhanced by various stages that introduce visually stimulating elements, particularly focusing on sensuality and dynamic movement.
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find that using a controller enhances the game's replayability by allowing for more precise movements, making the experience more enjoyable and engaging.
