quadrant
- May 1, 2015
- undef
Quadrant is a single-player Horror Musical rhythm game with a focus on challenging gameplay and trippy animations. Levels are dynamic visual interpretations of songs, providing a unique synesthetic experience as you improve. The game emphasizes human adaptation to strange environments, inducing a meditative flow state while teaching players to handle unexpected, stressful situations through its intense, challenging gameplay.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and immersive rhythm experience with great music and trippy visuals.
- Once players understand the mechanics, the game becomes addictive and provides a satisfying challenge.
- It has potential for community engagement through workshop support, allowing for custom levels and content.
- The game can be very difficult to get into, with poorly explained mechanics and calibration issues that frustrate new players.
- The scoring system based on streaks can feel unfair, punishing players for minor mistakes.
- There is a lack of content, with only a few levels available, leading to a desire for more variety.
- music14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with players enjoying the combination of rhythm and vibrant visuals. While there are only three original tracks, the game offers workshop support for additional content, and many users find the music to be both engaging and memorable, contributing to a joyful and immersive atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a crucial element that elevates the gameplay, making it a standout feature for rhythm game enthusiasts.
“This game is amazing for people who both like music, rhythm, and trippy visuals.”
“The music and effects are well chosen, and are definitely worth the difficulty of getting a C rank on the previous level to experience.”
“I'm still trying to beat the third song, but the first time I played it, I couldn't help but smile ridiculously because this music and these colors made me so happy.”
“Most rhythm games on Steam these days don't actually require you to do anything in time to the music - like Audiosurf or all the twin-stick shooters, they just have music as a focal point.”
“The further you get into the songs that the game provides, the more it controls you.”
“There are only three songs at the moment, and once you're done with them, you'll be craving for more.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their trippy and engaging visuals that complement the music, creating an immersive experience. Players appreciate the simplicity of the visuals, though some find it challenging to maintain focus on gameplay due to the overwhelming effects. Overall, the combination of music and visuals enhances the fun and enjoyment of the game.
“This game is amazing for people who love music, rhythm, and trippy visuals.”
“Such simple yet awesome visuals that complement the music perfectly.”
“This is a fun and simple game, featuring interesting visuals and cool music.”
“Hard to keep the focus on the square when the visuals get sick.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, requiring players to observe a small square and press the corresponding key in time with the beat as it transforms into a larger square.
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and fun that keeps you coming back for more.”
“I love how intuitive the controls are; it makes jumping into the game a breeze for both new and experienced players.”
“The mechanics are simple: look at the small square and press the corresponding key on the beat when it becomes the big square.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the flow of the game, leading to frustrating experiences.”