SiNKR 2
- May 16, 2019
- Wahler Digital
- 8h median play time
Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
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Reviews
- SiNKR 2 offers a relaxing and enjoyable puzzle experience with a minimalist design and soothing music.
- The game features a good variety of puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge.
- It is a worthy sequel to the original, with improved mechanics and level design that keeps players engaged.
- Some players find the difficulty curve inconsistent, with certain levels being unexpectedly easy or frustratingly hard.
- The undo feature is often criticized for being unreliable and situational, leading to unnecessary level restarts.
- The game may feel too similar to its predecessor, lacking significant new mechanics or innovations.
- gameplay25 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "sinkr 2" offers around 2-3 hours of engaging puzzle-solving, with a mix of familiar and new mechanics introduced throughout the levels. While some players noted the addition of real-time elements and a less tight level design compared to the original, the game maintains a satisfying balance of challenge and fun, enhanced by its relaxing audio and user interface. Overall, it provides a rewarding experience for fans of the first game, with 87 new levels that encourage experimentation and strategic thinking.
“The gameplay is usually quite simple and it's usually fun to solve the puzzles, and with the sound effects it makes the game very relaxing along with the simple visuals.”
“The systems Sinkr 2 offers are satisfactory to unravel, and the wordless introduction of new mechanics through isolated moments of experimentation is an immersive plus.”
“If you had fun playing the original Sinkr and you were left wanting more puzzles, buying Sinkr 2 seems like the only logical choice: it has 87 new levels with varying difficulties, which are marked with asterisks, and a familiar gameplay and soundtrack.”
“It has 2-3 hours of gameplay to completion, so maybe wait for a discount before buying.”
“The level design feels less tight than the previous game, and in several levels, the solution is some weird edge case of the mechanics.”
“There is technically one new mechanic, but it has been added to Sinkr 1 with a free update, so don't expect too many surprises.”
- music20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently described as relaxing and ambient, enhancing the overall calming atmosphere with soothing piano tones and minimalistic soundscapes. While many players appreciate the tranquil quality of the soundtrack, some note that it can become repetitive and lacks variety. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's zen-like experience, making it a pleasant backdrop for puzzle-solving.
“The music was so relaxing.”
“A very nice minimalistic puzzle game with great ambient music and graphics.”
“I love the atmospheric music and piano keys that you hear as you slowly make your way through each level; it really gives the game a zen-like quality.”
“More of the same simplistic puzzle solving with relaxing piano music and a chilled atmosphere.”
“A fun little puzzle game with harmlessly pleasant (albeit rather repetitive) music, though the latter is really just ambience with piano tones when game actions are carried out.”
“In the background you'll hear nothing but the ambient music.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as simple yet visually appealing, featuring a clean and minimalistic aesthetic that complements the gameplay. While the visuals are functional and contribute to a relaxing atmosphere, some users feel they lack variety and depth compared to other games in the genre. Overall, the graphics effectively support the puzzle-solving experience, though opinions vary on their level of minimalism.
“A very nice minimalistic puzzle game with great ambient music and graphics.”
“The clean, blueprint-like visuals are a good choice for the kind of game.”
“The rules are pretty much unchanged but the visuals and the menu got some good polish.”
“In terms of visuals, I still maintain that Sinkr is too busy to classify as truly minimalist.”
“The gameplay is usually quite simple and it's usually fun to solve the puzzles, and with the sound effects, it makes the game very relaxing along with the simple visuals.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a calming and soothing ambiance, enhanced by relaxing piano music that creates a zen-like quality. Players appreciate the tranquil environment, which contributes to a stress-free experience, even during challenging moments. Overall, the atmosphere is consistently described as peaceful and conducive to a leisurely gaming experience.
“I love the atmospheric music and piano keys that you hear as you slowly make your way through each level; it really gives the game a zen-like quality.”
“Atmosphere is good, calm music.”
“More of the same simplistic puzzle solving with relaxing piano music and a chilled atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is so relaxing and soothing that you can't even get upset when you're at a loss for what to do with those damn hooks.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game offers a relaxing experience with its soothing music and visuals, but it lacks significant replayability, primarily serving as a one-time puzzle experience unless players aim to achieve 100% completion.
“The game offers a unique experience each time you play, making it highly replayable.”
“With multiple paths and outcomes, every playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
“The variety of challenges and puzzles ensures that no two sessions are ever the same.”
“For 4 bucks, I'd say it's a pretty cool puzzle game. I love the overall relaxing feel the game has with the music and the use of mostly cool colors. The only complaint I have is that not much is going on in this, and there's not really much replay value except to 100% achievements.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is noted for lacking a narrative, with users indicating that there is no story to engage with.
“This game has no story.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While some players find certain levels to be frustratingly challenging, the overall experience of the game is enjoyable and relaxing, making it a recommendable puzzle game despite the occasional grinding moments.
Critic Reviews
Review: SiNKR 2
Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
80%SiNKR 2 Review - Sunken Treasure
SiNKR 2 improves on its predecessor in many ways, offering many difficult, engaging puzzles. Figuring out every solution is its own reward. On more portable devices, the game makes an excellent way to kill short bursts of time.
75%
