Parallel Pals

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Parallel Pals is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by mo0kii and was released on February 26, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

Mr. Mat Hematic is a short, fun, 2D platformer puzzle game where you must use given mathematical operations to alter the environment so you can move around. To complete a level, you need to reach the black door.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

story2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and engaging concept with enjoyable puzzle mechanics.
It's a short and fun experience, making it accessible for players looking for a quick game.
The art style is cute and appealing, adding to the overall charm of the game.

Movement controls are clunky and unresponsive, which can hinder gameplay.
There are several bugs and glitches, including issues with physics and operations not working correctly.
The game is quite short, with only a limited number of levels, which may leave players wanting more.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "mr. mat hematic" is generally well-received, praised for its solid mechanics and potential for speedrunning, though some users suggest it could benefit from improved physics and further development beyond its current demo state. While it features unique block-manipulation mechanics, opinions vary, with some describing it as a mediocre puzzle platformer, yet many find it enjoyable and fun in its simplicity. Overall, the combination of level design and gameplay contributes to a positive player experience.
- “In conclusion, Mr. Mat Hematic's level design, story, and gameplay combine to give the player a true masterpiece of an experience.”
- “Fun, sweet puzzle game with unique mechanics.”
- “A mediocre puzzle platformer with block-manipulation mechanics.”
- “The mechanics are solid, if a bit limited.”
- “It's gameplay, while simple on paper, allows for enough movement for Mr. Mat Hematic to have potential as an amazing speedrunning game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the replayability of the game due to varying objectives in certain levels, such as completing challenges without using specific elements, which encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “Some levels have different objectives, making them replayable (for example, trying to complete level 4 without using the square).”
- “The variety of choices and paths in the game encourages multiple playthroughs, keeping the experience fresh each time.”
- “With numerous unlockable characters and alternate endings, the game offers endless possibilities for replayability.”
- “Some levels have different objectives, making them replayable (for example, trying to not use the square in level 4).”
- “The game lacks significant changes in gameplay mechanics, which makes replaying it feel tedious.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to go back and play again.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report inconsistent performance issues, with the game experiencing random drops in optimization that affect gameplay.
- “For whatever reason, the game loses performance randomly.”
- “The optimization is so poor that it feels like I'm playing on a potato.”
- “Frequent frame drops and stuttering make the game nearly unplayable.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is described as gripping and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's overall excellence and making it a potential contender for the best game of all time. It is praised for its integration with level design and gameplay, creating a masterpiece experience for players.
- “Couple that with a gripping, engaging story, and you have possibly the best game of all time.”
- “In conclusion, Mr. Mat Hematic's level design, story, and gameplay combine to give the player a true masterpiece of an experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to have some bugs and control issues, but many users feel that it is still worth the price despite these stability concerns.
- “A bit buggy and difficult to control, but overall worth the price.”