Quell Zen

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Quell Zen is a single player casual puzzle game. It received very positive reviews from players.

Quell Zen is a single-player puzzle game that offers a calming and meditative experience. It combines relaxing logic challenges with an amazing soundtrack to create a soothing atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a peaceful yet engaging mental exercise.

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Audience ScoreBased on 141 reviews

music13 positive mentions

The game features beautifully designed graphics and calming music, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players.
Puzzles are challenging yet enjoyable, encouraging lateral thinking and providing a sense of accomplishment upon completion.
The Quell series continues to innovate with new mechanics and engaging storylines, making it a highly recommended experience for puzzle enthusiasts.

Many players have experienced frustrating issues with lost progress and data resets, leading to dissatisfaction with the game's reliability.
Controls can be problematic, especially in levels with multiple elements, making it difficult to navigate and complete puzzles effectively.
The requirement to create a Play Games ID for access has been criticized, as it detracts from the relaxing experience that players seek.

music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall experience and atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a significant aspect that complements the challenging yet enjoyable puzzles, often describing it as peaceful and uplifting. While some players express a desire for more variety, the general consensus is that the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal and immersion.
- “Beautifully done, great music and the puzzles are hard enough to be challenging without being so difficult as to be frustrating.”
- “The music is peaceful and the puzzles are fun and complicated.”
- “They literally have the power to lift you out of depression and anxiety with calming music and puzzles.”
- “Decent premise, calming music.”
- “If you like puzzles and calming music, I recommend this game.”
- “Worth every penny even if just for the music.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is a standout feature of the game, captivating players with its emotional depth and engaging narrative that keeps them eager for more. Many reviewers highlight how the storyline resonates personally, often evoking strong feelings and enhancing the overall gaming experience. Additionally, the integration of the story with gameplay elements, such as puzzles and mechanics, adds to its appeal, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “But it was the story that made this game so difficult to put down.”
- “I couldn't wait to read the next chapters in their story.”
- “I've become a father since I started playing this series, and its story really touched my heart.”
- “He's not against the idea, but is seeking a backstory and possibly some new game mechanics.”
- “It's already been two times since I finished it, I still need to get some jewels or achievements or secret missions, but the game resets out of nowhere and starts again, and I uninstalled it for the same reason!”
- “I also like the story in the letters.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and aesthetic appeal, complemented by lovely sound effects and music. However, some users noted that the graphics can become pixelated on smaller screens, suggesting a need for higher resolution or vector graphics to enhance the visual experience. Overall, the game's artistic design is celebrated, though there are calls for improvements in resolution.
- “The graphics and sound effects are lovely.”
- “This game is not just poetic in its aesthetic; its puzzle design should be studied for generations for its beauty, fun, and brilliance.”
- “The graphics, gameplay, sounds, story... simply superb!”
- “On 12 inches, the graphics get a little pixelated though - higher resolution graphics or more vector graphics would be appreciated!”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its innovative new mechanics that enhance the challenge and enjoyment of puzzles, while maintaining a classic feel. Players appreciate the combination of engaging graphics, music, and a compelling story, making it difficult to stop playing. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as superb and addictive, with fresh elements that elevate the original concept.
- “This one just pushes it further with new mechanics and a perfect art and music style.”
- “The new mechanics introduced in Quell: Zen make the puzzles even more challenging and improve on an already great concept.”
- “He's not against the idea, but is seeking a backstory and possibly some new game mechanics.”
- “New story, new mechanics like match three and the green drop, more challenging which I thought wasn't possible, with the puzzles you love too like roses and laser drops.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is positively received, with users appreciating the absence of ads and the provision of unlimited turns. The focus on challenging puzzles without intrusive monetization strategies enhances the overall experience, making it highly recommended by players.
- “Beautiful design and music, no ads, puzzles that are challenging but not impossible, and solutions to access when you get stuck.”
- “Great concept, challenging puzzles, no ads, unlimited turns, highly recommended.”
- “Just puzzles, no ads.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game deeply impactful, particularly highlighting the heartbreaking letters from Kiko's mother and the touching storyline. The combination of fun gameplay and emotional depth creates a memorable experience that resonates with many.
- “As a mom myself, I found the letters from Kiko's mother heartbreaking.”
- “This quest was very fun, with the right amount of challenge, and a touching storyline.”
- “An amazing experience playing these games with a touching story.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a soothing ambiance complemented by great music, creating a perfect environment for mental challenges. Players appreciate how this serene setting enhances their overall experience.
- “They provide a mental challenge in a soothing atmosphere.”
- “Perfect experience, great music, atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the lack of grinding in the game, highlighting it as a key feature that contributes to a streamlined and enjoyable puzzle experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is praised for its excellent response time and effective performance fixes implemented by the developer.
- “Plus, great response time and performance fixes from the developer.”