Shisensho Solitaire

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Shisensho Solitaire is a single player action game. It was developed by Nick Ramsay and was released on October 9, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Shisensho Solitaire" is a digital adaptation of the classic 1987 Japanese game, offering a modern take on Mahjong solitaire. The objective is to match pairs of tiles by connecting them with straight or bent lines. The demo version includes Casual, Time Attack, and Mini Game modes, as well as a Campaign with 20 out of 91 handpicked levels. Some features like player stats, achievements, leaderboards, and Steam Cloud are not available in the demo.

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Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

music11 positive mentions

Shisensho Solitaire is a relaxing and addictive game that offers a variety of game modes and customization options, making it enjoyable for both casual and hardcore players.
The game features beautiful music and a clean, polished presentation, enhancing the overall experience and appreciation for Japanese culture.
With a well-structured campaign and plenty of achievements, players can enjoy many hours of entertainment while also benefiting from responsive developer support and regular updates.

Some players find the music library limited and repetitive, which can detract from the overall experience over time.
While the game starts off simple, later levels can become quite challenging, potentially leading to frustration for some players.
Achievements do not count towards player profiles on Steam, which may be disappointing for those who enjoy tracking their progress.

music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and relaxing qualities, with many users describing it as phenomenal and addictive. While the soundtrack has expanded from three to seven tracks, some players feel that the limited library can lead to repetitiveness. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience, providing a pleasant backdrop that encourages continued play.
- “Absolutely beautiful music that you get addicted to listening to.”
- “Perhaps most notable is the music, seven delightful tunes that float in the background nicely.”
- “Also, the music is beautiful and relaxing and a bunch of motivating achievements will make you keep coming back!”
- “The music is relaxing, but the limited library makes it repetitive quickly.”
- “The sounds are very fitting, yet the music selection is too limited.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are described as simple yet functional, featuring a classy user interface and decent visuals that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety of tilesets and backgrounds, as well as customizable options for resolution and night mode, contributing to a visually appealing and addictive gameplay experience.
- “Good tutorials, and smooth, slick, classy graphical UI choices.”
- “A great little mahjong solitaire game—decent graphics, the music is gorgeous, and there are attainable achievements.”
- “Graphics are simple but functional; there are 8 tilesets and plenty of good-looking backgrounds to choose from, along with all the necessary options for resolutions, windowed mode, and customizable night mode.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail.”
- “The visual style feels bland and uninspired.”
- “Textures are low resolution, making everything look muddy.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly regarded for its replayability, offering enjoyable puzzles that maintain a sense of challenge, encouraging players to return for more.
- “A very enjoyable and replayable game.”
- “A wonderful little puzzle game with a great deal of replayability and an unexpected sense of difficulty.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is enhanced by a variety of visually appealing tile sets, catering to different preferences for extended play sessions. Additionally, the abundance of achievements offers players numerous opportunities for extended engagement and replayability.
- “I also like that there are several tile sets available; some are easier on the eyes for long periods of gameplay than others.”
- “There are plenty of achievements to go for, providing many hours of potential gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a variety of achievements that include humorous titles, adding a lighthearted and entertaining element to the overall experience.
- “Oh, and there are multiple achievements with many funny titles.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, making every moment feel light-hearted and fun.”