Puzzlement

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Puzzlement is a single player casual simulation game with a kids theme. It was developed by Ozan Çelik and was released on February 1, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Puzzlement" is a single-player kids' platformer game that features ingenious gameplay based on moving between plane surfaces. The goal is to collect all red squares in 50 mind-bending levels while enjoying the relaxing music and sounds. The game boasts a minimalist design, created by two people, and features a spotify and youtube soundtrack by Ozan Barış and various achievements to unlock.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game features clever and mind-bending puzzles that challenge players' spatial reasoning.
Its minimalist design and calming music create an enjoyable and relaxing atmosphere.
The game is accessible and easy to pick up, making it suitable for casual gamers while still providing satisfying moments of accomplishment.

The game is very short, with most players completing it in under an hour, leading to a lack of replayability.
Many puzzles are too easy and can be solved through trial and error, diminishing the challenge.
The control scheme can be confusing, as movement is based on the character's orientation rather than the player's perspective.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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57%
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The gameplay is characterized by its minimalist design and unique mechanics, such as gravity manipulation and spatial puzzles, which provide an intellectually stimulating experience without becoming tedious. While the game features a limited number of levels that can be completed in under an hour, players appreciate the simplicity and fun of the mechanics, though some express a desire for more depth and variety. Overall, the game is enjoyable and visually appealing, but its short length and lack of complexity may affect replayability.
- “A very good and interesting puzzle with unusual spatial mechanics like impossible objects, such as the Penrose staircase, and exploiting the behavior of a modified topology such as a Möbius strip.”
- “Its minimalist aesthetics and immersive gameplay combine seamlessly to create an intellectually stimulating experience.”
- “The game has a great core mechanic, where the path that you take determines the direction of gravity when you arrive.”
- “The small amount of levels combined with the easy gameplay probably makes replayability lacking, though the game's low price properly reflects that.”
- “It takes some time to get used to the mechanics and the playtime is relatively short.”
- “The game has no stand-off tutorial, but rather it will make use of the levels in order to slightly teach you how to navigate; it could have been made a little bit more thorough but still you won't have many problems to get used to the game's mechanics, which will stay the same for all the 50 levels.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a sleek and minimalist design that enhances the overall gameplay experience, creating an intellectually stimulating atmosphere. While the clean visuals and user interface are generally well-received, some players find the simplicity can lead to confusion in navigation. Overall, the aesthetic is appreciated for its calming effect, though it may not engage all players due to its repetitive nature.
- “These minimalist designs are as sleek and effective as a katana, blending aesthetics seamlessly into gameplay for an intellectual thrill.”
- “The game's aesthetics, minimalistic UI, and introduction of new twists to the primary puzzle formula show the confidence that the developer has in their craft.”
- “At least for me, it was pretty fun and had nice and clean visuals.”
- “Minimalist graphics and repetitive, simple puzzles ultimately aren't engaging.”
- “Short and sweet puzzle game relying on geometry that only works on a screen with fairly flat graphics.”
- “The graphics and UI are clean and minimalistic, although it's often not clear enough to know which way you'll fall, and the direction controls not adapting to your orientation can be annoying.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as a haunting and minimalist melody that enhances the immersive experience, providing a relaxing backdrop to the gameplay. Players appreciate its calming nature, which complements the well-designed puzzles and minimalist visuals, making it enjoyable for both casual and challenging moments. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a pleasant addition that enriches the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is a haunting melody that immerses you in a world of riddles.”
- “Together, the design and soundtrack draw you deep into the game's universe.”
- “The minimalist aesthetic is nice, the music is pleasant, and the puzzles are well designed.”
- “The music and sounds are fine, as to be expected.”
- “Sound and music, like everything in this game, is minimalistic.”
- “So far it's not overly complex, so it's fun to pass some time while listening to some music.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, the game's replayability is viewed as limited due to its small number of levels and straightforward gameplay, with some players noting it can be completed in about an hour. However, a few users believe that the increasing difficulty in later levels offers enough challenge to warrant replaying.
- “Many players said that it can take just one hour, but in my view, it has a lot of replayability and it gets really challenging well before the later levels.”
- “The small amount of levels combined with the easy gameplay probably makes replayability lacking, though the game's low price properly reflects that.”
- “Unfortunately, there is no replayability value.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around a mission to collect or consume red cubes scattered throughout the environment, providing a straightforward objective for players.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is described as calming and immersive, providing players with a soothing experience that complements the game's puzzling elements.
- “It submerges the player in a calming atmosphere for a quick but puzzling appetizer.”