Quell Memento

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Quell Memento is an enchanting puzzle game with a new array of elements, taking the Quell series to a deeper level. Its 150 levels feature a calming atmosphere and are designed to keep you engaged without frustration. Along with its breath-taking score and beautiful visuals, Quell Memento provides a nostalgic journey through discovery.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Quell Memento offers a relaxing and engaging puzzle experience with over 144 levels, introducing new mechanics that keep gameplay fresh and challenging.
The game features a beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere, making it a soothing experience for players.
The narrative elements, while not the main focus, add depth to the gameplay, and the level design is praised for its cleverness and variety.

As a mobile port, Quell Memento suffers from technical limitations, including simplistic graphics and performance issues that may not meet PC gamers' expectations.
Some players find the game overly complex and tedious due to the introduction of multiple mechanics and hidden objectives, which can detract from the enjoyment.
The hint system can make the game too easy if overused, leading to a lack of challenge for those seeking a more difficult puzzle experience.

gameplay
30 mentions
20 % positive mentions
70 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Quell Memento" is praised for its engaging and evolving mechanics, with over 200 stages that introduce new elements and themes, ensuring a fresh experience throughout. Players appreciate the balance between challenge and relaxation, as puzzles gradually increase in complexity while remaining enjoyable and manageable. The game successfully builds on its predecessors by incorporating innovative mechanics that enhance the core gameplay, making it both satisfying and thought-provoking.
- “It's like embarking on a new adventure with every puzzle, ensuring the gameplay remains as invigorating as a spring breeze.”
- “With its enchanting gameplay, spellbinding music, and the delicate balance it strikes between challenge and relaxation, Quell Memento shines brilliantly like a radiant gem.”
- “Rather than just adding more puzzles that are exactly the same as the puzzles from its prequels, Quell Memento manages to add several new fun game mechanics.”
- “The puzzles start easy, but later become more complicated as new mechanics and objects are introduced.”
- “This episode adds a handful of new mechanics that increase variety while merging neatly into the familiar Quell gameplay, and some quite unnecessary narrated bits between chapters that are, thankfully, easily ignored.”
- “A lot of new game mechanics are introduced as well, making levels more challenging more quickly.”
story
28 mentions
21 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The story across the games is described as evolving from a vague theme of love to a more nostalgic narrative, with an old man's journey through his past serving as a central element. While some players appreciate the touching and segmented storytelling, others find it underwhelming or secondary to the gameplay, noting that the narrative can feel cluttered or overly sentimental. Overall, the integration of story elements is seen as a notable addition, but opinions vary on its effectiveness and impact on the overall experience.
- “Outside of that simple goal, you have 200+ stages across 3 games, with each one introducing new mechanics, visuals, and even an entire story that spans across these games... going from a vague story about love to a story about nostalgia and memorabilia.”
- “Takes you through the story of an old man who does not want to revisit his past, but is eventually forced to when you keep playing through the game.”
- “Not only that, but the artwork, audio, and even the storyline all go together to create what I believe should be considered a masterpiece.”
- “The attempt to add a storyline to the game fell rather flat for me, but it is easy to ignore this in favor of the great puzzles that this game has to offer.”
- “Some of the levels are a bit more cluttered, the difficulty seems easier overall and the story doesn’t really go anywhere, but it’s a great game nevertheless.”
- “The story is more of a side to the game though, so I would not buy it for that reason.”
music
28 mentions
43 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting and relaxing qualities, effectively enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Many reviewers highlight the sophisticated, melancholic tones of the soundtrack, which beautifully complements the puzzle-solving elements and serene graphics. However, some players note that certain tracks can feel overly tense or melancholic at times, detracting from the intended relaxing experience.
- “Instead of merely crafting music, the composer in this world is conjuring a spell that binds you to the very soul of the game.”
- “It's a striking testament to the deep influence of music in the realm of gaming, serving as a doorway to a world that is simultaneously peaceful and all-encompassing.”
- “The soundtrack of this game is gorgeous.”
- “The music... oh god, the music.”
- “You'd better also like classical music, cause you'll be hearing it for a long time.”
- “Sometimes the music is a little bit too melancholic where it should be more relaxing.”
graphics
12 mentions
33 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful artwork and polished visuals that enhance the overall experience, while others criticize the simplistic 2D graphics in the mobile version as lacking the quality expected from a PC game. Overall, the visuals are described as soothing and well-integrated with the game's narrative, but there are concerns about the inconsistency in quality across different platforms.
- “Soothing graphics and soundtrack.”
- “Not only that but the artwork, audio, and even the storyline all go together to create what I believe should be considered a masterpiece.”
- “The mobile app features somewhat lazy, simplistic 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort flash/browser games and mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- “The visuals, too, are a feast for the eyes, drawing you deeper into the game's enchanting embrace.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its nostalgic style and relaxing ambiance, complemented by beautiful music and a compelling story that unfolds gradually. Players appreciate the balance between a soothing environment and the challenge of engaging puzzles.
- “Another fantastic addition to the series with its nostalgic style, relaxing atmosphere, and this time, a story to slowly unravel.”
- “Beautiful music, relaxing atmosphere, challenging puzzles.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its simple yet touching story, which resonates with players and is enhanced by a compelling soundtrack. This combination effectively deepens the overall emotional experience, making it a standout feature.
- “It introduces a simple, but touching story.”
- “Memento uses the same concepts of the other two games but now includes a somewhat touching story, complemented with a great soundtrack.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Quell Memento has been criticized for its monetization strategy, with users labeling it a cash grab from mobile developers, as it appears to be a simplistic mobile game poorly adapted for PC. The game's lack of depth and perceived exploitation of players have contributed to negative sentiments regarding its pricing and value.
- “Quell Memento is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game. It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is just a very simple pathing puzzle game.”
- “The monetization in this game feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on features that should be included in the base game.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many of the game's mechanics are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Many users find the grinding in the latest installment of the series to be tedious and unenjoyable, leading to a general lack of recommendation for the game.
- “The grinding in this game feels excessively tedious, making it hard to enjoy the overall experience.”
- “I found the changes to the grinding mechanics to be frustrating and not engaging, which really detracted from my enjoyment.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding in this installment has turned what used to be fun into a chore.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report that the game's controls exhibit occasional bugs, particularly due to its design for touchpad use while relying on mouse pointer swipes instead of traditional arrow keys, which can lead to a less stable gameplay experience.
- “The controls are sometimes buggy; the game is designed for touchpad use, but it relies on mouse pointer swipes instead of arrow keys.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced numerous glitches that disrupted my gameplay experience.”