Reflex

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Reflex is a puzzle game where players must destroy all shapes on screen to progress through 70 levels of increasing difficulty. The game features simple graphics, easy-to-achieve goals, and a hint system to help clear challenging levels. Custom achievements provide additional replayability.

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Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 593 reviews

music14 positive mentions

story8 negative mentions

The game offers an impressive 1502 achievements that can be unlocked in under an hour, making it ideal for achievement hunters.
It's a cheap way to enhance your Steam profile with a variety of fun and silly achievements.
The relaxing music and simple mechanics make it a decent idle game while you do other tasks.

The gameplay is minimal and feels like a poorly executed achievement spam, lacking depth and engagement.
There are numerous bugs, including issues with hitboxes and the ball's physics, making the game frustrating at times.
Many players feel the game is a blatant copy of another title, leading to concerns about originality and quality.

gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
85%
7%
The gameplay is generally criticized for being simplistic and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting that it feels thrown together and is primarily designed to meet Steam's technical requirements rather than provide an engaging experience. While some players appreciate the core mechanics and physics-based puzzles, the overall consensus is that the game offers minimal gameplay value, often overshadowed by a focus on achievements rather than a compelling gameplay experience.
- “The core mechanic is simple: point-and-hold the mouse to direct the ball towards the white blocks, bouncing on each one once to eliminate them all and advance to the next level.”
- “Combining intricate physics mechanics with a mesmerizing soundtrack, this game is a true standout in its genre.”
- “At its core, this game is built on solid, immersive physics-based mechanics that make every puzzle feel like a real-world problem waiting to be solved.”
- “Just like the previous games in this pack - no gameplay, no storyline, no graphics, no good soundtrack, but lots of achievements and a low price.”
- “The 'gameplay' is iffy and feels thrown together.”
- “There is no real gameplay besides generic stuff because of technicalities on Steam, and you do not buy a game like this for gameplay; we all know why you buy it.”
music
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
33%
15%
The music in the game is generally described as simple, relaxing, and effective, often enhancing the overall experience despite some criticisms regarding its repetitiveness. Many players appreciate the calming soundtrack, which complements the gameplay and makes it enjoyable to engage in puzzles while listening. However, some reviews note that the music alone does not elevate the game significantly, as other aspects like gameplay and graphics may fall short.
- “Amazing gameplay with an amazing campaign and a beautiful soundtrack.”
- “The combination of fantastic physics, beautifully crafted puzzles, and a soundtrack that pulls you in makes this game a masterpiece.”
- “From the first level to the final puzzle, the music perfectly complements the atmosphere of the game.”
- “Just like the previous games in this pack of games - no gameplay, no storyline, no graphics, no good soundtrack, but lots of achievements and a low price.”
- “Yet even doing all that, it is still significantly worse due to the absolutely horrible hitboxes, background and music.”
- “There's a single music track on loop.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
65%
18%
The graphics in the game are generally described as simple and minimalist, focusing on clean, polished environments rather than flashy visuals. While some players appreciate the art style and intuitive interface, others criticize the overall quality, noting issues like broken achievements and a lack of engaging graphics. Overall, the visuals do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience.
- “It doesn't rely on overly flashy graphics, but rather focuses on clean, polished environments that let the puzzles and mechanics shine.”
- “The minimalist art style is beautiful in its own right, and the intuitive interface ensures you spend less time figuring out controls and more time diving into the puzzles.”
- “Visuals and design”
- “Just like the previous games in this pack of games - no gameplay, no storyline, no graphics, no good soundtrack, but lots of achievements and a low price.”
- “But if you ignore the broken achievements, random non-English bits, and general poor graphics, it is a bit fun.”
- “Simple graphics, better sound and no bugs.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
44%
50%
The reviews consistently highlight a lack of story in the game, with many users noting that it features no gameplay, narrative, or graphics. The only semblance of a moral comes from a personal reflection on perseverance, but overall, the game is criticized for its absence of a meaningful storyline.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Just like the previous games in this pack of games - no gameplay, no storyline, no graphics, no good soundtrack, but lots of achievements and a low price.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing moments, particularly when players encounter their ball stuck in a loop, which many find entertaining and worth the price. Additionally, the achievements are noted for their humor and factual nature, although some players felt the game did not elicit laughter for them.
- “Some hilarious moments happen when you find your ball stuck in a loop!”
- “I found the principle hilarious and well worth the price.”
- “I also like the achievements; they're funny and some are quite factual.”
- “Not funny; did not laugh.”
- “Not funny; did not laugh.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized for its buggy controls, which can hinder gameplay and achievement progression. While some users note that the bugs are not entirely detrimental, they recommend alternative games like the Zup series for a more reliable puzzle experience.
- “Try the Zup series instead if you want actual working puzzles with tons of earned achievements, instead of a game that gives all achievements idly without conquering buggy controls through only half of the levels.”
- “Buggy”
- “Now, it's buggy sometimes but not in a bad way.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like one would need a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers high replayability due to the numerous solutions available for each puzzle, encouraging players to explore different approaches.
- “There are countless ways to solve each puzzle, giving the game a great deal of replayability.”
- “The different character choices and branching storylines make every playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and hidden secrets, I find myself coming back to discover something new each time.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by a well-crafted musical score that seamlessly complements the experience from the beginning to the end, enriching the overall immersion.
- “From the first level to the final puzzle, the music perfectly complements the atmosphere of the game.”