Simian.Interface

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Simian.Interface is a single player action game. It was developed by vested interest and was released on June 26, 2016. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Simian.Interface is an abstract puzzle experience for simian participants of all ages and abilities. There are no explicit rules, no instructions, and very simple controls. Puzzles must be solved using pattern recognition, intuition, and experimentation.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 85 reviews

music19 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and engaging puzzle game with a unique concept and charming visuals.
Great chiptune soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Easy to complete with a satisfying achievement system, making it perfect for casual gamers.

Very short gameplay, with most players finishing in under an hour.
Lacks depth and challenging puzzles, leading to potential repetitiveness.
Some players may find the bright colors and visuals overwhelming or headache-inducing.

music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
21%
11%
The music in the game is widely praised, particularly for its catchy chiptune and electronic elements, which enhance the overall experience and enjoyment of the gameplay. Many players find the soundtrack to be a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal, despite some noting that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the combination of engaging music and vibrant visuals is frequently highlighted as what makes the game special.
- “An amazing game with great style, fun puzzles, and a bangin' chiptune soundtrack by note!”
- “The soundtrack is fantastic (kudos to note!).”
- “The presentation helps sell the technicolor madness, particularly the soundtrack which is some incredibly catchy techno that takes loads of inspiration from old NES chiptunes.”
- “The music made me quite irritable towards the end (I’m tired today, maybe if I was buzzing off of coffee or something the electronic music might not have gotten on my nerves as fast).”
- “Aside from achievements, this game has neat music and simple puzzles, while $2 might be a bit much for a game you can complete in its entirety in less than 30 minutes.”
- “The gameplay can get repetitive for most quite easily and early on, but I experience a lot of joy and happiness just by playing the infinite loop and listening to the music.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay is praised for its perfect price-to-value ratio, featuring enjoyable and innovative puzzles that become progressively challenging. However, some players find the gameplay can become repetitive early on, suggesting a desire for more complexity. Overall, it offers a unique experience that balances simplicity with engaging mechanics.
- “Perfect price point for the amount of gameplay, amazing but not frustrating puzzles.”
- “The game has easy puzzle mechanics that get harder as the game progresses.”
- “Innovative and minimalistic gameplay well worth the 2€!”
- “The gameplay can get repetitive for most quite easily and early on, but I experience a lot of joy and happiness just by playing the infinite loop and listening to the music.”
- “Games like this start out with a gameplay loop that, on its own, should be no more captivating than tiddlywinks but build up something far more worthwhile around it.”
- “This one’s a bit weird, but I quite like its style and the puzzle mechanic that it uses.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The game's story is minimal and can be completed in about 15 minutes, serving primarily as a backdrop to the puzzle mechanics. While players may uncover hints of a larger plot as they progress, the focus is more on the gameplay experience than on a deep narrative. Additionally, there are secret modes that enhance replayability, but the story itself is not the main draw.
- “I doubt I need to worry about spoilers here, but things start to happen as you work through the game that hint at a larger plot afoot.”
- “Basically, a pattern recognition puzzle game with story mode and procedurally generated levels.”
- “Basically, a pattern recognition puzzle game with a story mode and procedurally generated levels.”
- “"Puzzle" game where you can beat the main "story" in 15 minutes.”
- “Don't come for what little story there is, but rather the experience of seeing it told.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The game's graphics are characterized by trippy visuals and a clean aesthetic, effectively complementing its unique concept as a graphic user interface for monkeys. Users appreciate the combination of these visuals with good electronica music, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the graphics and optimization have received a positive rating of 4.
- “The graphics and the music are what make this game so special.”
- “Simple concept, trippy visuals, good music.”
- “Graphics are clean and the music is quite nice if you like electronica.”
- “The name is actually spot-on this time, as the game is posed as a graphic user interface for monkeys.”
- “Weird graphics and weirder background.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for being hilarious and ingeniously crafted, featuring crazy movements that elicit laughter from a broad audience, including family members. Players appreciate both the overt comedic elements and the subtle humor, making it enjoyable for various viewers.
- “Hilarious; crazy movements; absolutely ingenious.”
- “Something I can show to anybody and have a good time (or rage) laughing and watching their faces, even my mom.”
- “I love the subtle humor as well.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's replayability, noting it as affordable and relaxing, which contributes to its strong replay value.
- “The game offers a cheap, relaxing experience with really high replay value.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the gameplay exciting and encourages multiple runs.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The optimization of the game has received a score of 4, indicating a generally positive reception. However, players note that the experience is occasionally interrupted by login screens and performance readouts between batches of puzzles, which may affect overall fluidity.
- “The graphics and optimization are impressive, making the gameplay smooth and enjoyable.”
- “Puzzles come in batches of 10 or so, bookended by login screens and performance readouts.”

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Simian.Interface is a action game.

Simian.Interface is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Simian.Interface.

Simian.Interface was released on June 26, 2016.

Simian.Interface was developed by vested interest.

Simian.Interface has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Simian.Interface is a single player game.

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