No.9

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No.9 is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by RainbowTrain and was released on May 7, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

"No.9" is a meditative puzzler set in a soothing, slow-paced world of geometric forms and figures. Players synchronize diverse elements in form and time to create a harmonious, relaxing environment, free of scores, ads, in-app purchases, or data collection. The game features a calming soundtrack by Bartłomiej Kołaciak.

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Single-Player

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game features a unique and interesting puzzle mechanic that is both creative and enjoyable.
The soothing ambiance created by the music and color scheme enhances the overall experience.
Puzzles are well-crafted and provide a relaxing challenge without being overly difficult.

The game is very short, with some players feeling it could be completed in under 30 minutes.
There are unskippable delays and padding that detract from the overall enjoyment and pacing.
Some players found the game tedious and slow-paced, lacking the challenge they expected.

grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and excessively slow-paced, with a level selection process that prolongs gameplay unnecessarily. The minimalistic design and lack of features, such as achievements and cloud saving, contribute to a frustrating experience that feels more suited for mobile play than PC. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback, making the game less enjoyable for repeated play.
- “It is tedious, ultra-slow paced; I suppose they try to stretch a 25-minute game to some 50 minutes.”
- “The game is super minimalistic, featuring a tedious previous-next level select that takes a lot of time to switch between levels, with just mute and fullscreen toggles. It's perfect for playing once on the phone and never again.”
- “One achievement, no cloud saving (but not needed anyway), almost no settings, no progress reset, and a tedious level select. It feels made for the phone but sold on a PC.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its excellent sound design, which fosters a calm and relaxing environment. Reviewers appreciate both the overall atmosphere and the artistic style, contributing to an immersive experience.
- “The sound design of the game is excellent and creates a calm and relaxing atmosphere.”
- “I liked the atmosphere and style a lot.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for creating a soothing ambiance that enhances the overall experience, complementing the motion of the objects and the color scheme effectively.
- “The motion of the objects adds a nice dimension to the puzzles, and the music and color scheme provide a soothing ambiance.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The gameplay is highlighted for its unique and interesting puzzle mechanics, which stand out and engage players effectively.
- “The game features a unique and interesting puzzle mechanic that keeps you engaged.”
- “The gameplay is enhanced by a unique and interesting puzzle mechanic that challenges your thinking.”
- “I love the unique and interesting puzzle mechanic; it adds a fresh twist to the gameplay.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of [b]no.9[/b] are highly praised, with users noting it as one of their favorite visually appealing titles from developer [b]maciej targoni[/b]. The game's overall quality and visual design contribute to its enjoyable puzzle-solving experience.
- “No. 9 is overall a good quality, short, and enjoyable puzzle game, and has become one of my favorites in terms of visuals amongst the games from Maciej Targoni.”