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Patterna

79%Game Brain Score
music, atmosphere
gameplay, graphics
92% User Score Based on 37 reviews

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Patterna is a single-player puzzle game that offers around 50 hours of playtime, with over 70 levels plus a tutorial, and a level generator with customizable options. The game features a minimalist soundtrack and challenges players to classify nodes in a network as pattern or non-pattern using information on distance, connectivity, and color. Patterna prides itself on not requiring any guessing, making it a logical and thought-provoking puzzle game.

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92%
Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews
music5 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Patterna offers a unique and challenging logic puzzle experience, pushing players to think critically and solve complex problems without the need for guessing.
  • The game features a highly customizable random level generator and a level editor, providing endless replayability and opportunities for players to create and share their own puzzles.
  • With an enchanting minimalist atmosphere and a relaxing soundtrack, Patterna immerses players in a captivating world of logical deduction.
  • The steep learning curve and overly complex mechanics can be overwhelming for new players, making the tutorial feel excessively long and convoluted.
  • Some players find the user interface to be poorly designed and frustrating, with essential functions buried in menus and a lack of intuitive navigation.
  • The game can sometimes present inconsistent difficulty levels, leading to moments where players may feel stuck or confused, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
  • gameplay
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the title is characterized by its intricate mechanics and infinite replayability, drawing inspiration from games like Hexcells while establishing its own unique identity. While the core gameplay is solid and engaging, the implementation can be rough, with tutorials that overwhelm players by introducing too many mechanics at once. Despite some frustrations, the captivating atmosphere and customizable features contribute to a standout experience in the puzzle genre.

    • “Accompanying the cerebral gameplay is an enchanting minimalist soundtrack by Alex Cottrell, which perfectly complements the game's serene and contemplative atmosphere.”
    • “Its unique blend of intricate gameplay, endless replayability, and captivating atmosphere make it a standout title in the genre.”
    • “But Patterna is far from a knock-off; it does its own thing and expands gameplay well beyond the scope of Hexcells.”
    • “The mechanics are varied and the replayability infinite, but it is very rough around the edges with poor and sometimes frustrating implementation.”
    • “A good chunk was very easy tutorials, a few were smart and fun and the rest were either focused on mechanics I didn't enjoy or gigantic sprawling mazes of directional edges, which basically required trial and error in planning mode, because there wasn't enough information to solve them step-by-step.”
    • “The tutorial throws in far too many mechanics all at once.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its enchanting minimalist soundtrack, which complements the serene atmosphere and enhances the gameplay experience. While some users find it relaxing and beautifully fitting, others note that it can become repetitive over extended playtime. Overall, the sound design and music are considered excellent, contributing positively to the game's ambiance.

    • “Accompanying the cerebral gameplay is an enchanting minimalist soundtrack by Alex Cottrell, which perfectly complements the game's serene and contemplative atmosphere.”
    • “But what you can't see from the screenshots is that the sound design and music are both excellent.”
    • “The music is also gorgeous - beautifully zen and very fitting.”
    • “Music is okay, a bit repetitive.”
    • “I really like the sound effects, and the music is decent (although naturally it will get old after 10 hours).”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are described as functional but lacking, with a utilitarian design that feels overly technical and terse. While the underlying concepts are strong, the visual presentation is considered a significant drawback, suggesting that improvements in this area could enhance the overall experience.

    • “The graphics can be a little too 'terse', but the game is better than it looks.”
    • “The graphics are barely passable, albeit completely functional.”
    • “Patterna's developer definitely had a good idea and a firm grasp of mathematics/graph theory, but everything outside his skill set, like graphics and UI, turned out to be pretty lacking if not awful.”
    • “Visuals are very utilitarian; I think revamping those would go a long way in making this game a lot more successful.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Patterna is praised for its captivating minimalist atmosphere, enhanced by an enchanting soundtrack that complements the game's serene and contemplative nature. This unique blend of sophisticated challenges and a tranquil ambiance contributes to its standout status in the logic puzzle genre.

    • “Patterna is an enthralling logic puzzle game that captivates players with its unique blend of sophisticated challenges and an enchanting minimalist atmosphere.”
    • “Accompanying the cerebral gameplay is an enchanting minimalist soundtrack by Alex Cottrell, which perfectly complements the game's serene and contemplative atmosphere.”
    • “Its unique blend of intricate gameplay, endless replayability, and captivating atmosphere make it a standout title in the genre.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its unique gameplay and infinite replayability, offering a captivating atmosphere and varied mechanics. However, some users note that it suffers from rough implementation, which can lead to frustration despite the solid core gameplay. Overall, it stands out in its genre for replay value.

    • “Its unique blend of intricate gameplay, endless replayability, and captivating atmosphere make it a standout title in the genre.”
    • “Still, the core gameplay is very solid and has infinite replayability.”
    • “The mechanics are varied and the replayability infinite, but it is very rough around the edges with poor and sometimes frustrating implementation.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game generally runs well, even on older hardware, but users report significant stability issues, including frequent freezes lasting 10-20 seconds every half hour.

    • “Runs great even on old hardware.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”
    • “Speaking of staring at the screen, there are a few pretty bad bugs: every half hour or so the game just freezes up for 10-20 seconds and becomes completely unresponsive, before continuing as if nothing happened.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience without constant interruptions.”
    • “I've encountered numerous stability issues, including random crashes and long loading times that ruin the flow of gameplay.”

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50h Median play time
50h Average play time
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