Senalux
- October 16, 2017
- Pixel with Hat
Get on SteamSenalux is a hex-based puzzle game about optics where you solve challenging puzzles with colorful lasers. Use the red, green and blue lasers, combine them to the right color and illuminate the target.
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Reviews
- The game features clever and challenging puzzles that gradually introduce new mechanics, providing a satisfying learning experience.
- It has a simple yet aesthetically pleasing design, with smooth visuals and audio that enhance the gameplay without distraction.
- The developers are responsive and have added free content, including new levels, which keeps the game fresh and engaging.
- The lack of fullscreen options and a barebones options menu can detract from the overall experience.
- Colorblind players may struggle with the puzzles, as many solutions rely heavily on color differentiation.
- The steep difficulty ramp in later levels may be discouraging for some players, making it hard to progress without getting stuck.
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized as simple yet aesthetically pleasing, featuring a polished minimalist quality that effectively communicates necessary information without being intrusive. This stylish approach enhances the overall visual experience while maintaining clarity.
“Simple yet aesthetically pleasing graphics.”
“Simple but stylish graphics.”
“While the graphics are kept simple, they communicate all the necessary info and there's a polished minimalist quality about them that's pleasant and unobtrusive.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a variety of interesting and challenging mechanics that are gradually introduced, making it accessible for new players while still providing depth for experienced ones. The mechanics are described as colorful and engaging, with a well-paced difficulty curve that enhances the overall experience.
“A lot of different, interesting, and challenging mechanics that are gradually introduced, making it simple enough to learn.”
“I like the concept, and the gameplay is challenging, with a good ramp-up so far.”
“While I haven't played that far, I know from seeing the game's later stages at various game shows that it includes a nice range of interesting mechanics that will tickle your brain.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
“The controls are unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the overall gameplay experience.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound design are praised for creating a pleasant and unobtrusive backdrop that enhances focus while solving puzzles. The laid-back soundtrack complements the game's simple yet appealing visual style, contributing to an immersive experience.
“The audio, including sound effects and music, provides a pleasant backdrop that doesn't distract you and helps you get into a focused state of mind, which is essential for solving the tricky puzzles.”
“The visual style is simple but appealing, and the very laid-back soundtrack complements it perfectly.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has low replay value, although the inclusion of a workshop or level editor may offer some potential for extended play that users have yet to fully explore.
“Low replay value, not counting the workshop/level editor, which I haven't fully explored yet.”
