Simple Dot

About

"Simple Dot" is a minimalistic puzzle game that challenges players to guide balls from one bucket to another using five lines with various physical properties. With 70+ diverse levels, various environment mechanics, and multiple ways to solve each problem, players can unlock Steam achievements and climb up the global ranking with the points they gain. This passion project offers support features like deleting unneeded lines and repeating levels, making it a great choice for achievement hunters and puzzle enthusiasts.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Simple Dot offers a fun and engaging puzzle experience with innovative mechanics that encourage creative problem-solving.
The game features a solid soundtrack and a minimalist aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
With 73 levels and replay value through high scores and different solutions, players can enjoy hours of gameplay.

The game suffers from a lack of polish, with janky physics and occasional issues like balls despawning or behaving erratically.
The user interface is clunky and lacks essential features, such as an in-game menu and intuitive controls for deleting or adjusting lines.
Some levels can slow down the gameplay significantly due to moving platforms, which detracts from the overall experience.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, even for players who typically mute game soundtracks. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack is enjoyable and well-made, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere despite its minimalist graphics.
- “I was very surprised by the quality of the soundtrack.”
- “I usually mute the music on games within the first hour, especially on puzzle games, but here I ended up enjoying it.”
- “This is a great puzzle game with good music (but with minimalist graphics).”
- “I usually mute the music in games within the first hour, especially on puzzle games, but here I ended up enjoying it.”
- “You'll find the usual settings here: windowed/full screen, optional music and sound (both of which are unobtrusive).”
- “Very well made (including aesthetics and music).”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay features engaging mechanics reminiscent of Rube Goldberg devices, allowing players to experiment with drawing lines to create platforms. While the core gameplay is solid and enjoyable, it suffers from a lack of polish, particularly in the user interface, reflecting its status as a one-developer indie project. Overall, it offers about five hours of fun at an affordable price, making it an underrated experience.
- “The gameplay core is rock solid and pretty fun to experiment with, but as a one-developer project, it is a little rough around the edges, notably in the UI department.”
- “The game seems fairly underrated to me, and for roughly 5 hours of gameplay, it is also incredibly cheap.”
- “Gameplay now consists of drawing lines with your mouse, which creates new platforms.”
- “The gameplay now consists of drawing lines with your mouse, which creates new platforms.”
- “We start slowly, and the mechanics are gradually presented to us.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are characterized by a clean, minimalist aesthetic that complements the smooth visuals of the game. While the design is simple, it effectively enhances the overall experience, particularly in the context of the puzzle gameplay.
- “I kind of like the clean minimalist aesthetic of the levels.”
- “The graphics are smooth, and the '3 star system' variant it uses is inspired.”
- “This is a great puzzle game with good music, but with minimalist graphics.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Players appreciate the game's replayability, highlighting the enjoyment of exploring different strategies and solutions to puzzles, which encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “This game has great replay value, allowing players to find different ways to approach challenges.”
- “I really enjoy the puzzles and the replay value of the game.”
- “The game has some replay value, but it feels limited after the first playthrough.”
- “While there are different ways to approach the game, the overall experience doesn't change much on repeat plays.”
- “I found myself losing interest quickly; the lack of significant changes in replaying the game made it feel stale.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization of Simple Dot is viewed positively, as it stands out from other low-effort games that often prioritize quick profits. Players appreciate its quality and feel it offers a worthwhile experience rather than being a mere cash grab.
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items that should be earnable through gameplay.”
- “It's frustrating to see such a great game marred by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player experience.”
- “The game is fun, but the heavy reliance on microtransactions makes it feel like a cash grab rather than a genuine gaming experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is noted to be both challenging and entertaining, providing players with a delightful blend of wit and difficulty that enhances the overall experience.
- “Challenging and funny!”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game blends humor with gameplay, making even the toughest challenges enjoyable.”