picoSYNTH
- May 15, 2024
- Apskeppet
Get on SteamWelcome to picoSYNTH! A toy modular synth kit giving you a playful way to create simple loops and beats. By combining the equipment in interesting ways you can do anything from bleeps and bloops to crazy complex stuff. Features Build rigs in playful and straightforward ways Make beats and loops Live tune while building your beat Choose from multiple waveforms and equipment Wire up your crea…
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Reviews
- picoSYNTH is a fun and tactile synthesizer that allows for creative experimentation with sound.
- It serves as a great teaching tool for beginners wanting to learn the basics of modular synthesis.
- The retro sound aesthetics and simplicity make it an enjoyable tool for both new users and experienced producers.
- The software is limited in functionality and may not offer enough for experienced users familiar with DAWs.
- Users have reported technical issues such as hang-ups, dropouts, and difficulties with the mixer and signal flow.
- The interface can be awkward when trying to organize multiple elements, making it frustrating for users with complex setups.
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game draws heavily on the nostalgic appeal of 8 and 16-bit chiptunes, which continues to resonate with fans despite some skepticism from non-musicians. Tools like Famitracker and Beepbox are highlighted as popular resources for creating this distinctive sound.
“The sound aesthetics of 8 and 16-bit music or chiptunes have never lost their appeal.”
“There are many musicians and especially non-musicians who cannot understand the phenomenon.”
“Check out famistudio, beepbox, famitracker, Magical 8bit, Cherry Audio Voltage Modular, VCV Rack, or MusicLab.”
“The sound aesthetics of 8 and 16-bit music or chiptunes have quite never lost their appeal.”
“Yet there are many musicians and especially non-musicians who cannot understand the phenomenon.”
“Check: famistudio, beepbox, famitracker, magical 8bit, cherry audio voltage modular, vcv rack or musiclab.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a nostalgic charm reminiscent of 8 and 16-bit aesthetics, appealing to fans of retro visuals. The design effectively captures the essence of classic gaming while maintaining a modern touch, making it visually engaging for both new and veteran players.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, including frequent hang-ups, dropouts, and various errors, with some experiencing complete freezes during gameplay.
“Unfortunately, I keep experiencing hang-ups, dropouts, and errors of all kinds; sometimes it freezes.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I encounter constant stability issues, with random disconnects and lag spikes ruining the experience.”
