Quell Reflect

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 72 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • graphics
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Quell Reflect is an enchanting puzzle game featuring a suite of ingenious levels and a beautiful score from composer Steven Cravis. Its hand-painted art style and absence of frustration create the perfect environment to test your logic skills. The game also offers a touching narrative of love, loss, and nostalgia, providing a haunting experience that stays with you long after completion. Dive into Quell Reflect and fall in love with its charm.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • Quell Reflect features a unique and visually appealing art style, along with a soothing soundtrack that enhances the relaxing gameplay experience.
  • The game offers a good balance of challenge and accessibility, with a built-in hint system that allows players to progress without frustration.
  • It introduces new mechanics that add variety to the puzzles while maintaining the core gameplay that fans of the series enjoy.
  • The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it is overpriced for the amount of content provided.
  • Many puzzles can be overly simplistic or repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement for some players, especially those seeking a more challenging experience.
  • As a mobile port, it suffers from technical limitations, such as low-resolution graphics and design choices that may not meet the expectations of PC gamers.
  • gameplay30 mentions

    The gameplay of "Quell Reflect" is praised for its blend of familiar mechanics from the original game with new features that enhance the puzzle-solving experience. Players appreciate the balance of challenge and relaxation, with the introduction of multiple orbs and additional mechanics adding variety without overwhelming complexity. Overall, the game maintains a soothing atmosphere while offering engaging and innovative puzzles that build on its predecessor.

    • “It transforms the gameplay into a meditative journey.”
    • “Quell Reflect continues to provide a soothing puzzle-solving experience with its combination of simple gameplay mechanics and mesmerizingly relaxing soundtrack.”
    • “A few new mechanics, most notably the ability to control multiple drops in one level and the introduction of momentum-based moves, shake up the familiar puzzle gameplay.”
    • “The game's mechanics are quite easy to understand - you have to obtain all the orbs by guiding with your directional keys one or more bubbles and dealing with the increasing obstacles and difficulties that the game will pose.”
    • “Quell reflect adds multiple balls while Quell only had one, so it's an extra mechanic, but not really that much more difficult.”
    • “This game shares the same mechanics as its predecessor, but adds a few new features.”
  • music22 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and calming qualities, perfectly complementing the puzzle-solving experience. While the soundtrack retains the charm of the original with beautiful classical pieces, some players find it can become repetitive, especially during challenging moments. Overall, the serene music enhances the game's relaxing atmosphere, making it a delightful auditory backdrop for players.

    • “The soundtrack is a soothing balm for your ears.”
    • “Very relaxing puzzle game, the music is awesome.”
    • “Quell Reflect continues to provide a soothing puzzle-solving experience with its combination of simple gameplay mechanics and mesmerizingly relaxing soundtrack.”
    • “Really good puzzles but recommend playing with volume turned down as the music is very repetitive and will drive you spare when you are trying to concentrate.”
    • “With a few new tracks added to the soundtrack, the music is once again soothing and a perfect match for a puzzle game such as this one.”
    • “Quell reflect continues to provide a soothing puzzle solving experience with its combination of simple gameplay mechanics and mesmerizingly relaxing soundtrack.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising its unique art style that stands out from typical simplistic designs, while others criticize the mobile app's lazy, 2D graphics that feel more suited for low-effort games. Overall, the visuals are described as polished and cozy, with functional graphic options, but they may not meet the high standards expected from a PC game.

    • “The first thing I noticed in this puzzle game was the art style, which was a lot different than your standard simplistic look you would get from games like Sinkr, Hade, and Lyne.”
    • “The controls are responsive, and the installments are well presented graphically with nice sound effects and serene music.”
    • “Graphics and music are great, and keyboard controls too are perfect.”
    • “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.”
  • story9 mentions

    The game's story is described as emotionally resonant yet somewhat elusive, with minimal narrative elements that can leave it feeling bland for some players. While "Quell Reflect" introduces a storyline and voiceovers, it primarily focuses on puzzles, and the narrative depth varies across the series, with some players finding the added story elements unnecessary. Overall, the storytelling aspect is a mixed bag, with some appreciating the emotional undertones while others feel it detracts from the core gameplay experience.

    • “True brilliance shines through in its poignant sub-story, told with concise yet emotionally resonant depth.”
    • “The feel of it is different as it now has a storyline; the stages are set up differently and have different game components than the other two.”
    • “Quell Reflect is a story about a man.”
    • “Lack of story elements makes this game a bit bland.”
    • “The underlying narrative is equally elusive as in Quell, with only subsequent year dates and background images revealing a glimmer of a story.”
    • “Whereas Quell Memento tried to change things up by adding a (not very interesting) storyline, Quell Reflect goes back to the roots of this series and does what it does best: puzzles.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game excels in its emotional depth, particularly through a poignant sub-story that is both concise and resonant, leaving a lasting impact on players.

    • “True brilliance shines through in its poignant sub-story, told with concise yet emotionally resonant depth.”
    • “The game masterfully captures the complexities of human emotions, leaving players with a profound sense of connection to the characters.”
    • “Every choice I made felt heavy with consequence, making the emotional stakes feel incredibly real and impactful.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Quell Reflect is criticized for its monetization strategy, being perceived as a cash grab by mobile developers who have ported a simplistic mobile puzzle game to Steam without adapting it for the platform. Users feel that the game lacks the depth and quality expected from a PC title, further emphasizing its exploitative nature.

    • “Quell Reflect is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game. It's not; it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is a very simple pathing puzzle game.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items that should be earnable through gameplay.”
    • “I was disappointed to find that the game heavily encourages microtransactions, making it difficult to enjoy without spending extra money.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, particularly for fans of puzzle and logic genres, due to its length and variety. While some may find the price a bit steep, the overall experience is highly regarded, ensuring players won't be disappointed.

    • “This game offers incredible replayability, with its long playtime and diverse challenges that keep you engaged every time you play.”
    • “If you enjoy puzzle and logic games, this one is a must-try; the replayability factor is high, ensuring you won't be disappointed.”
    • “With so many different paths and outcomes, the replayability of this game is outstanding, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “4€ may be a little too much, but this one to me is one of the best puzzle/logic series on Steam in every aspect. If you love these kinds of games, you won't be disappointed for sure, and it has a lot of replayability value too, being that long and different.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized as chilly, complementing the challenging puzzles and enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The puzzles are challenging, and the overall atmosphere of the game is incredibly immersive.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “Every corner of the game world is filled with intricate details that enhance the eerie atmosphere.”
    • “The puzzles are challenging, but the overall atmosphere of the game feels completely cold and uninviting.”
    • “The game lacks any sense of immersion, making it difficult to connect with the environment.”
    • “Despite the interesting premise, the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, failing to draw players in.”
  • stability1 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.”
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