Obversion
- January 28, 2020
- Marplebot
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- Obversion features exceptional level design that keeps the gameplay varied and engaging despite a limited moveset, providing a satisfying challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.
- The game includes robust accessibility features like autojump and automove, allowing players to focus on solving puzzles without being hindered by mechanical challenges.
- The minimalist art style and thoughtful soundtrack enhance the overall experience, creating a meditative atmosphere that complements the cerebral nature of the puzzles.
- The game imposes a move limit that can feel restrictive, potentially stifling player creativity and making some puzzles feel like they are on a tight leash.
- While the difficulty curve is generally well-balanced, some puzzles can be frustratingly fiddly, requiring multiple attempts to find the right combination to progress.
- Hints are available but can be limited in their usefulness, and some players may wish for more substantial assistance when stuck on particularly challenging levels.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Obversion features a gameplay experience that emphasizes cerebral challenges over mechanical complexity, thanks to its exceptional level design and thoughtful movement mechanics. The game offers a variety of accessibility features, such as autojump and hints, making it approachable for players while still providing a rich array of unique and evolving puzzles centered around the core mechanic of adding and removing blocks. Overall, the gameplay is smooth and engaging, with a strong focus on creativity and problem-solving.
“Obversion opts for the more interesting approach of making only minor new additions to the moveset, while keeping the gameplay remarkably varied due to exceptional level design.”
“The dev put a lot of thought into movement mechanics and it seems that the puzzles have been mapped out and thoroughly thought through.”
“These two features let you remove all mechanical challenges from the game so you can concentrate just on the considerable cerebral ones.”
“If you had described the mechanic to me prior to my having tried the game, I probably would've found it hard to imagine that very many interestingly unique puzzles could be generated from it, but so far, every puzzle has felt new and fresh, and I've had to learn something new to solve each one.”
“I've played far enough to see that a couple modifiers to these mechanics were introduced over time, but that's the core of it.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a captivating procedural and mathematical art style that enhances the gameplay experience, complemented by philosophical elements that add depth. While the visuals are simple, they maintain an engaging flair, and the aesthetic shifts throughout the game create a mysterious atmosphere that reflects the player's journey into the analytical mind.
“The procedural and mathematical art style is pretty, technically impressive, and complements the gameplay well. The philosophical musings scattered throughout give the whole experience a little more personality than it otherwise could have had.”
“A fascinating art style paired with fiendishly clever puzzles, multiple solutions, hidden objects, and a forgiving undo system.”
“The progression of the game through the different worlds creates a feeling of slowly descending deeper into the analytical mind. The shifts in aesthetic and mood as the game progresses have a mysterious tone, like peering further into the void.”
“The visuals are simple but lack the depth and detail expected in modern games.”
“The graphics feel outdated and do not match the quality of current gaming standards.”
“While the art style has potential, the execution leaves much to be desired, making the game visually unappealing.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its lovely composition and minimalist themes, particularly the piano pieces. However, some users feel that the addition of more upbeat tracks could enhance the overall energy and variety of the soundtrack.
“The soundtrack is lovely and well-composed, though I would have probably liked some more upbeat tracks interspersed throughout to give the whole thing a little energy boost every now and again and keep things interesting.”
“The music is a special gem.”
“The minimalist yin/yang theme and piano music both work.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be unexpectedly delightful, with moments that elicit genuine laughter by cleverly subverting expectations while remaining consistent with the established game mechanics.
“There's a level in the second world where I literally burst out laughing when I saw what the game was doing—unexpected but totally made sense within the rules that had been set up so far.”
“The humor in this game is brilliantly woven into the gameplay, making every moment feel fresh and entertaining.”
“I love how the game uses clever puns and witty dialogue that keeps me chuckling throughout my playthrough.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for fostering a calming and meditative flow state, allowing players to immerse themselves deeply in the experience.
“It creates an atmosphere that gets me into a nice, meditative flow state.”
