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Resynth

Resynth offers up a relaxing experience that features the best elements of both rhythm and puzzle games. Though it can sometimes get obtuse, the lack of pressure makes it a solid title to unwind with.
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61%Game Brain Score
music, graphics
gameplay, grinding
88% User Score Based on 17 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Resynth is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Polyphonic LP and was released on September 27, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Resynth is a relaxing puzzle game that allows players to unravel rhythms and restore harmony to a musical soundscape. With 72 levels of analog synth and bass loops, players can remix music and advance at their own pace. The game also features a puzzle editor, where players can create and share their own unique tracks using Steam Workshop.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
music7 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Engaging sokoban-style puzzles with a unique musical twist that rewards strategic thinking and planning.
  • Visually pleasing minimalist aesthetic and satisfying audio feedback enhance the overall gameplay experience.
  • Offers a relaxing and chill atmosphere, making it easy to jump in and out of levels, with a variety of progression paths available.
  • The game punishes players for using the undo feature, which can lead to frustration when trying to achieve level goals.
  • Some levels are sprawling and can lead to dead ends, making it tedious to resolve mistakes.
  • The musical integration feels superficial, lacking depth in how it relates to the puzzle-solving experience.
  • music
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in Resynth is a unique blend of puzzle-solving and musical progression, where players activate notes by moving blocks into place, creating a dynamic auditory experience. While the music serves as an engaging backdrop and feedback mechanism, some players feel it lacks depth and doesn't evolve significantly throughout the game. Overall, the integration of music enhances the gameplay, making it a distinctive and enjoyable puzzle experience for fans of both genres.

    • “Resynth is definitely a unique game, using a sokoban board as a music sequencer is a cool idea that feels so obvious in retrospect.”
    • “Resynth is a delightful musical puzzle game that is less about mind-bending challenge and more about zoning in to the gentle rhythm and melody immediately in front of you.”
    • “The music you slowly build up by placing the blocks in their place gives a nice progression indicator.”
    • “The first issue is the music.”
    • “It doesn't really feel like you're figuring out the musical solution (as Fract OSC did so well), rather it's basically auditory feedback for your progress toward solving the puzzle.”
    • “The music elements of the game definitely make it unique, though the music and sound is not a core gameplay element.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered around a few core mechanics, including moving squares and rotating elements, which some players find frustrating, particularly the synchronized movement. However, the minimalist aesthetic and relaxing soundtrack enhance the experience, while the puzzle editor and workshop provide extensive content. Overall, the game effectively executes its mechanics and offers a unique gameplay experience that encourages exploration.

    • “The visually pleasing minimalist aesthetic and chill beats suit the gameplay, and the puzzle editor and workshop opens up tons of content.”
    • “The game doesn’t attempt too much, instead executes well on the core gameplay mechanics.”
    • “I would recommend this game for its originality and for its gameplay experience.”
    • “Besides pushing squares around and rotating carousel-like objects until they're positioned correctly, the game uses only three mechanics.”
    • “And finally, we have squares moving in unison, which is one of my most hated mechanics in puzzle games.”
    • “Then once you complete the first page, you realize there is a second page with even more mechanics to explore!”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their engaging minimalist aesthetic, which complements the gameplay and enhances the overall experience with stylish visuals and satisfying audible feedback. The combination of clear design and chill beats creates a synaesthetic atmosphere, making it an appealing choice for players seeking a relaxing yet challenging puzzler.

    • “Great little sokoban-style puzzler with an engaging graphical style and satisfying audible feedback as you make progress.”
    • “The visually pleasing minimalist aesthetic and chill beats suit the gameplay, and the puzzle editor and workshop open up tons of content.”
    • “Stylish and delightfully synaesthetic, this little puzzler is a groovy catch for anyone looking to chill out to some sweet beats.”
    • “The clear, stylistic visuals really don't warn you enough of how tough some of these levels can get.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game for its large boards and the potential for making wrong choices that lead to dead ends. While unlimited undo is available, the need to rewind significantly can feel tedious, often making a restart seem more efficient.

    • “The boards can be rather large, and wrong choices can lead to dead ends later on. There's unlimited undo, but sometimes you have to rewind so far to resolve a blocking error that you might as well have restarted, which I find tedious.”
    • “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore, where progress is painfully slow and rewards are minimal.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel more like a job than a game, draining the enjoyment out of the experience.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, as each puzzle can be tackled under time and move constraints, encouraging them to improve their performance and find more efficient solutions.

    • “Each puzzle, except the introductory ones, can be solved with a time constraint and move count restraint, providing even more replayability as you challenge yourself to solve it with fewer moves or faster.”
    • “The variety of challenges and the ability to approach puzzles in different ways keeps the game fresh and encourages multiple playthroughs.”
    • “With numerous unlockable features and alternate endings, the game invites players to explore different strategies and outcomes, enhancing its replayability.”
    • “Each puzzle, except the introductory ones, can be solved with a time constraint and move count restraint, providing additional replayability as you challenge yourself to solve it with fewer moves or in less time.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there isn't much incentive to replay it, as the puzzles don't change and the experience feels repetitive.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes or different paths makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally engaging, appreciating its wholesome atmosphere and the added level editor that enhances replayability. The combination of puzzle-solving and musical elements creates a unique, interactive experience that resonates with users, encouraging them to revisit the game.

    • “I have now played both the PC and iOS versions, and with the addition of the level editor, I can certainly see myself revisiting this wholesome digital landscape. It's not just a puzzle game anymore, but an excellently reactive musical toy.”
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Resynth is a puzzle game.

Resynth is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

Resynth was released on September 27, 2018.

Resynth was developed by Polyphonic LP.

Resynth has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Resynth is a single player game.

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