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Quanect

43%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
graphics, monetization
58% User Score Based on 24 reviews

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Quanect is a puzzle-platformer game featuring two realities with different object positions. Players navigate using a special device that repeats movements in another reality, and utilize portals, pressure plates, boxes, and buttons to progress. Parkour elements in both realities add to the challenging gameplay.

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58%
Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game features an interesting concept of navigating between two realities, reminiscent of Portal, which offers unique puzzle-solving opportunities.
  • It's easy to pick up and play, with a gentle difficulty curve and well-thought-out puzzles that are accessible for casual gamers.
  • The game runs smoothly on most systems and is priced affordably, making it a good option for achievement hunters and casual indie puzzle fans.
  • The game feels unfinished, with only a limited number of levels available and many mechanics that are poorly implemented or confusing.
  • Movement controls can be frustrating, especially during jumping sequences, and the lack of customization options for controls detracts from the experience.
  • There are significant issues with level design and visual cues, leading to disorientation and a lack of clarity on how to progress through puzzles.
  • gameplay
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a promising main mechanic that, while well-executed, suffers from a lack of creativity in puzzle design and poor implementation of visual elements. Players appreciate the smoothness and fun of the gameplay, likening it to other titles, but feel that the potential of the mechanics is not fully realized. Overall, it offers a unique experience, though it may not meet the standards of a polished commercial release.

    • “The main mechanic is done well.”
    • “Even though it's a one-person team, the game is smooth and the gameplay is really fun.”
    • “Nothing fancy in the way of graphics, but the gameplay is original.”
    • “But unlike Portal, there is either a lack of creativity with puzzles, or the creator reached the limit to how interesting a puzzle can be with this specific mechanic.”
    • “The two worlds mechanic works well, but portals are not exactly well implemented, mostly visually.”
    • “It's a shame though, the main game mechanic was promising.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are reminiscent of a 2010 game, featuring coarse visuals and occasional glitches, likely due to the demanding rendering of two rooms simultaneously. While not visually impressive, the focus on gameplay originality somewhat compensates for the lackluster graphics.

    • “The graphics may not be cutting-edge, but the gameplay is original and engaging.”
    • “While the graphics are a bit coarse and there are some glitches, the overall experience is still enjoyable.”
    • “The graphics resemble those of a game from 2010, likely due to the demanding rendering of two rooms simultaneously, similar to Dishonored 2, which can lead to performance issues.”
    • “Graphics look like they belong in a game from 2010, but that's probably because this game is rendering two rooms at the same time like in Dishonored 2, which causes a lot of performance issues.”
    • “Graphics are a bit coarse and there are some glitches.”
    • “Nothing fancy in terms of graphics, but the gameplay is original.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have criticized the game's monetization strategy, particularly highlighting that the advertising is misleading and does not accurately represent the game's content or features.

    • “The game’s advertising is misleading.”
    • “The monetization system feels exploitative and overly aggressive.”
    • “I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are reminiscent of older titles from 2010, likely due to the demanding rendering of two rooms simultaneously, similar to mechanics in Dishonored 2, which results in significant performance issues.

    • “The graphics may resemble those from a game released in 2010, but that's likely due to the game's ability to render two rooms simultaneously, similar to Dishonored 2, which can lead to significant performance issues.”
    • “The graphics look like they belong in a game from 2010, likely because this game is rendering two rooms simultaneously, similar to Dishonored 2, which causes significant performance issues.”
    • “The optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Despite the interesting gameplay mechanics, the poor optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its good ambient background quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere without being intrusive.

    • “The ambient background music creates an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “I love how the music evolves with the game, adding depth to each level.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game's stability is marred by occasional glitches and somewhat coarse graphics, indicating a need for improvements in performance and visual fidelity.

    • “The graphics are a bit coarse and there are some noticeable glitches.”
    • “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for being nonexistent, leaving players confused about their location and purpose within the game.

    • “There is no story, and you absolutely do not know where you are or why you are doing this.”
    • “The narrative is completely lacking, leaving players confused and disconnected from the game world.”
    • “I felt lost throughout the game due to the absence of a coherent story.”

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