Novi Cube

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Novi Cube is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Rand.Exe Studios and was released on September 22, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Novi Cube" is a casual, old-school game with roguelike elements, where you shoot projectiles at evil geometric shapes. Unlock six characters, upgrade them, and enjoy varied choices during runs for hours of relaxation. The developers kindly request a coffee in exchange for this fun experience. 'NOVI CUBE = FUN² Put some roguelike in your old-school games for fun and relaxation. Help the developers with their coffee fund!'

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Highly addictive gameplay with a satisfying upgrade system that keeps each run unique.
Great value for its low price, providing hours of fun and replayability.
Fun mechanics that combine brick-breaking with roguelike elements, making for an engaging experience.

Frequent bugs and performance issues can hinder gameplay, making it frustrating at times.
Imbalance in upgrades and reliance on RNG can lead to repetitive and unfulfilling runs.
Lack of content and variety may leave players feeling like there's little reason to continue after a few hours.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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30%
The gameplay features enjoyable mechanics and a quick loop, with a satisfying brick breaker foundation enhanced by roguelike upgrades that create visually engaging moments. However, players noted a lack of unique strategies leading to repetitive gameplay, alongside technical issues like stuttering visuals that detract from the overall experience. While the core mechanics are fun, the balance and design choices leave room for improvement.
- “It has good mechanics, variable characters with individual strengths, and it is just fun to mess around with a bit.”
- “The gameplay loop is relatively quick, which I think is a strength.”
- “It's inherently satisfying brick breaker gameplay that becomes even more satisfying when you upgrade your shots to split, explode, and shoot lasers in good old 'level up to draft power-ups' roguelike fashion, so the whole screen becomes a firework of blocks bursting into particles.”
- “The level up mechanic is flawed.”
- “A downfall I noticed is the lack of unique gameplay design and freedom; I always found myself building the same game strategy, which makes the game feel super boring after a few loops.”
- “I'm not sure if this is a gameplay error/bug or a design choice, but the spawning in of cubes really looked awful; it's like they were spawning in at 15fps, they kind of stutter into shape. I'm not fully sure what this was; this could have been exclusively on my PC or something to do with my monitor's refresh rate.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, creating a relaxed atmosphere. However, some criticism is directed at the sound design, particularly regarding specific sound effects that feel weak in comparison to the music. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's polished feel and enjoyable gameplay.
- “Fun, short roguelike, I love the music and the concept.”
- “The game is very polished and the music is nice.”
- “When I started the game for the first time, the combination of music and visual look gave me a relaxed mood.”
- “The sound design was pretty weak; the ball break sound really comes off as weak and forgettable. The music holds up a little better, however.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's graphics are functional but lack distinct personality or style, leaving some players feeling underwhelmed. However, the use of glowing effects, particles, and vibrant colors has received positive feedback, contributing to an overall enjoyable visual experience.
- “In addition, the visuals get plus points because I am truly a fan of glowing effects, particles, and strong colors.”
- “Music is good, visuals are great, the boss fights are hilarious.”
- “The art in the game isn't really anything to get super excited about; it's there and serves its purpose, but it lacks personality and style.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as "shotgun funny," with players appreciating the hilarious boss fights and noting that the overall presentation, including music and visuals, enhances the comedic experience.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious!”
- “Music is good, visuals are great, and the boss fights are hilarious.”
- “Shotgun funny.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that the game's achievements significantly enhance its replayability, encouraging them to revisit the game for completionist goals and adding value beyond its price.
- “All achievements seem to work perfectly, and they brilliantly drive replay value beyond what you'd expect for the cost.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more; every playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and character paths, I find myself replaying the game just to experience everything it has to offer.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is generally satisfactory, but scaling performance can be challenging due to its minimal system requirements.
- “The performance was fine, although it's quite hard to scale since the requirements are minimal.”
- “The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite having decent hardware, I experienced significant lag and long loading times, indicating poor optimization.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find it tedious, especially when fast-forwarding leads to frustrating gameplay, others enjoy the satisfaction of grinding for upgrades that enhance the visual experience of the blocks "melting." Overall, the grinding aspect can feel both rewarding and cumbersome, depending on the player's approach.
- “I had a weird issue with fast forwarding, and I'm not fully sure if it's a bug or a game design choice. Fast forwarding resulted in the cubes moving before I could even make my next turn. This made the game feel super tedious, as I died simply because I sped the game up to move out of the earlier levels.”
- “Grinding for more and more upgrades to see the blocks 'melt' is pure satisfaction!”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits some minor bugs and occasional lag, but users generally find it to be a worthwhile purchase given its low price.
- “It is slightly buggy and can get laggy, but overall, a great buy for its cheap price!”