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Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game

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48%Game Brain Score
atmosphere
music, graphics
77% User Score Based on 13 reviews

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Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by peterhijma and was released on June 10, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game is an unique & challenging puzzle game. There are almost no instructions, so you have to find out how to solve these levels yourself. There are 33 (challenging!) levels and 8 jazzy songs in the background.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
atmosphere1 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a lovely minimalist design with retro graphics and a relaxing jazz soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
  • The puzzle mechanics are intuitive and provide a satisfying challenge, with some levels requiring thoughtful problem-solving.
  • It's a short yet enjoyable game that can be completed in a few hours, making it a perfect time killer.
  • The game has a limited number of puzzles (only 32), which may leave players wanting more content.
  • Many levels are not particularly challenging, with only a few requiring significant effort to solve.
  • The game suffers from minimalistic design choices that limit options like resolution settings and volume control, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a blend of relaxing jazz and acoustic guitar that complements the gameplay. While some players appreciate the soundtrack enough to consider purchasing it, others find it repetitive or buggy, particularly due to the lack of proper volume controls. Overall, the music enhances the atmosphere but may not appeal to everyone.

    • “Paired with some relaxing music to keep you company.”
    • “The sound effects are small but impactful, and the jazz music is a great fit.”
    • “This is the first game that I've ever played where I actually want to buy the soundtrack.”
    • “And no volume settings, of course, only sound and music on/off, which is buggy, as it doesn't stay turned off when you restart the game.”
    • “And no volume settings, of course, only sound and music on/off, which is buggy, as it doesn't stay turned off when you restart the game.”
    • “A retro-style, short yet challenging puzzle game that combines the simple mechanics of Newton's cradles with a tranquil acoustic soundtrack and low resolution graphics.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features retro-style graphics that are simple yet functional, effectively complementing its unique concept based on Newton's cradle. While the visuals are low resolution, they contribute to the game's charm, alongside a tranquil acoustic soundtrack that some players may find distracting. Overall, the graphics are appreciated for their originality and fit within the puzzle genre.

    • “I really like the retro graphics and the sounds after you pull a ball that hits another ball.”
    • “Original idea to base the game on 'Newton's Cradle' itself with these graphics.”
    • “A retro-style, short yet challenging puzzle game that combines the simple mechanics of Newton's Cradles with a tranquil acoustic soundtrack and low-resolution graphics.”
    • “The low resolution graphics detract from the overall experience of the game.”
    • “While the retro style is charming, the graphics feel outdated and lack detail.”
    • “The visuals are simplistic and do not do justice to the game's potential.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered around the intuitive conservation of momentum, featuring straightforward stages that focus solely on this mechanic. Players experience a retro-style, challenging puzzle game that combines simple Newton's cradle mechanics with a calming acoustic soundtrack, and the difficulty decreases as they become more familiar with the gameplay.

    • “A retro-style, short yet challenging puzzle game that combines the simple mechanics of Newton's cradles with a tranquil acoustic soundtrack and low-resolution graphics.”
    • “The game actually becomes easier as you learn the mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay lacks depth and becomes repetitive quickly.”
    • “The game actually becomes easier as you learn the mechanics, which diminishes the challenge.”
    • “The stages are simple and never get bloated with anything besides the one mechanic, leading to a lack of variety.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report stability issues related to the volume settings, noting that the sound and music toggle is buggy and fails to retain its settings after restarting the game. This lack of reliable functionality detracts from the overall user experience.

    • “There are no volume settings, only options to turn sound and music on or off, but it's buggy and doesn't stay turned off when you restart the game.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced multiple bugs that disrupted my gameplay, including freezing and unexpected errors.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is described as inviting and conducive to leisurely gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience for players looking to enjoy solving levels at their own pace.

    • “This creates an atmosphere ideal for spending a couple of hours solving levels at one’s own pace, which is well worth the price tag, just like the previous game by Peter Hijma.”
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Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game is a casual puzzle game.

Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Windows and others.

Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game was released on June 10, 2020.

Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game was developed by peterhijma.

Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its music.

Newton's Cradle Puzzle Game is a single player game.

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