Planaris

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Planaris is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Bryce Summer and was released on July 9, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A casual line-clearing game with simple, intuitive mechanics that can be learned in 5 minutes... but is deep enough to provide a challenge for those looking to master every level.

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

Innovative twist on the Tetris formula, allowing players to place pieces at their own pace without the pressure of falling blocks.
Engaging campaign mode with a variety of levels and mechanics, along with multiple game modes that enhance replayability.
Slick and minimalistic presentation with intuitive controls, making it easy for new players to jump in and enjoy the game.

The tutorial lacks clarity on certain symbols and mechanics, which may confuse new players.
Limited customization options for controls and missing features like an undo function can hinder the gameplay experience.
The game's release timing and presentation may lead to it being overlooked among other titles, affecting its visibility and player base.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a unique twist on Tetris, removing gravity and introducing strategic elements like power-ups and locked fields that require careful planning. With a variety of game modes, including a campaign that unlocks new mechanics and boards, players can enjoy a rich and addictive experience that encourages strategic adaptation. The minimalistic aesthetic complements the engaging gameplay, making it accessible yet deep enough to keep players invested.
- “The option for keeping one block for later use is very handy; I missed this feature in so many games before. Gameplay is varied by power-ups and locked fields, so you must plan your moves carefully.”
- “There are many mods for playing, and I enjoy every one of them because each mode has a different game style. There is even a campaign, which isn't very usual in this genre, and I really enjoy it. It really extends the gameplay variability with nice ideas like different game boards or unfreezing new blocks.”
- “All meshed together, the concepts make for addictive gameplay that is easy to get into but also adds enough depth to keep the player engaged and adapting strategies for a long time if this type of gameplay ticks your boxes.”
- “Take the basic gameplay of Tetris but remove gravity.”
- “Most become available as you beat the score requirement on the one connected to it, which also gets you a star, and with enough stars (there are 84 altogether) some other levels open up, off the regular path, and those have further mechanics not present in the rest of the campaign.”
- “Option for keeping one block for later use is very handy; I missed this feature in so many games before. Gameplay is varied by power-ups and locked fields, so you must plan your moves carefully.”
graphics
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Overall, the in-game graphics are considered satisfactory, while the menu graphics are frequently criticized as unattractive. However, many users appreciate the beautiful colors and overall visual appeal of the game.
- “The colors and graphics are beautiful.”
- “The colors and graphics are beautiful.”
- “The in-game graphics are okay, but the menu graphics are ugly.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised, with users noting their quality and effectiveness. However, the user interface lacks separate volume controls, offering only basic options for music and sound. Overall, the audio experience is considered a strong point of the game.
- “Both the sound effects and the music are great.”