NUMERIC

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NUMERIC is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by UMBRESS and was released on July 2, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

After a long sleep, the Model "98" finds itself in an abandoned place away from the usual house. There is little left in the memory, in addition to the memory of old friends. Where are they? What happened, why is everything so empty and lonely around? We'll have to go a very long way, full of dangers and unpredictable turns, to find out the answers to all the questions! You have to meet a variety …

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a nice atmospheric adventure with enjoyable music.
The story is engaging and keeps players wanting to learn more, despite some unanswered questions.
The gameplay is straightforward and simple, making it accessible for players who enjoy puzzle-platformers.

The game is quite short, leaving players with a sense of abruptness and lack of closure.
Controls and camera angles are clunky, making movement tedious and frustrating.
The puzzles can be difficult and poorly designed, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Numeric is characterized by straightforward puzzle-platforming elements, including box pushing and switch activation, complemented by a polished yet simplistic design. While the game can be completed in about 30 minutes, with some time spent on cutscenes, players appreciate its engaging mechanics and the unique bullet-hell style of its bosses, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- “Box pushing, platforming, puzzle-solving gameplay.”
- “Numeric is a surprisingly high-quality little puzzle-platformer that features very simplistic but fairly polished gameplay; it is not without its struggles, though.”
- “The gameplay, as I mentioned, is very simplistic. All you do is move around and jump, occasionally pushing boxes or hitting switches, and the two bosses featured are actually bullet-hell styled. The second boss particularly shines in its design, in my opinion.”
- “Numeric is a surprisingly high-quality little puzzle-platformer that features very simplistic but fairly polished gameplay; it is not without its struggles though.”
- “The gameplay, as I mentioned, is very simplistic; all you do is move around and jump, occasionally pushing boxes or hitting switches. The two bosses featured are actually bullet-hell styled, with the second boss particularly shining in its design, in my opinion.”
- “It takes about 30 minutes to beat, and some of that time is cutscenes, so actual gameplay time is even less. Whether it is worth the cost is really up to you; I certainly enjoyed it and am happy to pay if only to support this developer in either expanding upon this game or for their future endeavors.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their beautiful minimalistic style, which effectively guides players through the environment. While the game is considered a high-quality indie title, it also features pleasant artwork and nice background music, making it visually appealing even on older hardware. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's overall experience.
- “The graphics have a beautiful minimalistic style to them and do a fairly decent job of making it clear where you are supposed to go and what you are supposed to do.”
- “Nice music, great art style.”
- “Now that seems probably a bit negative for a game I called high-quality, the reason I call it as such is due to its graphics, background music, and level/boss design.”
- “Despite my computer being quite old and my CPU and graphics card being no match for today's hardware, the game itself runs quite well.”
- “Now, that may seem a bit negative for a game I called high-quality; the reason I call it that is due to its graphics, background music, and level/boss design.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for being nice and fitting well with the story's mood, enhancing the overall experience. While some reviewers note that the music and artwork contribute to the game's high-quality feel, there are suggestions that a more minimalist approach could have better suited the game's theme. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, complementing the graphics and design effectively.
- “Nice music, great art style.”
- “The background music is very fitting for the mood of the story they are telling.”
- “As far as cheap indie games go, the music is nice and the artwork is pleasant enough.”
- “Now that seems probably a bit negative for a game I called high-quality; the reason I call it such is due to its graphics, background music, and level/boss design.”
- “The background music is very fitting for the mood of the story they are telling, and the story itself is actually fine. It would certainly be more interesting if they had told the story in a much more minimalist way, as it just would've suited the overall theme of the game better, as well as the struggled translations definitely taking away from the mood.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally considered adequate but lacks a strong sense of closure, with some reviewers suggesting that a more minimalist approach would have better suited the game's theme. While the background music effectively enhances the mood, issues with translation detract from the overall storytelling experience.
- “The background music is very fitting for the mood of the story they are telling, and the story itself is actually fine. It would certainly be more interesting if they had told the story in a much more minimalist way, as it just would've suited the overall theme of the game better. However, the struggled translations definitely take away from the mood.”
- “I wish the story was stronger and had a sense of closure.”
- “The background music is very fitting for the mood of the story they are telling, and the story itself is actually fine. It would certainly be more interesting if they had told the story in a much more minimalist way, as it just would've suited the overall theme of the game better. The struggled translations definitely take away from the mood.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its immersive adventure elements, featuring enjoyable jumping mechanics and beautiful scenic views that enhance the overall experience.
- “A beautifully atmospheric adventure where you can jump and enjoy stunning views.”
- “The game immerses you in a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “Every corner of the world is filled with rich details that create an enchanting atmosphere.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as it hampers fluid movement and can quickly become monotonous.
- “Grinding becomes tedious very quickly, and you can't move around fluently.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I found the grinding to be excessively time-consuming, which detracted from the overall experience.”