Sonority

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Sonority is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Hanging Gardens Interactive and was released on May 25, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Sonority is a single-player musical puzzle game with a good story, fresh take on the genre, and immersive gameplay. It has a relaxing atmosphere and is reasonably demanding, but not frustrating. The game features a raccoon character with excellent voice acting, making the experience even more enjoyable."

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 67 reviews

music19 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Unique and innovative puzzle mechanics that combine music and logic, making it accessible even for those without musical knowledge.
Charming visuals and a pleasant atmosphere, with a cute story that engages players throughout the game.
Well-designed puzzles that gradually increase in complexity, providing a satisfying challenge without becoming overly difficult.

The game suffers from various bugs and glitches, including soft-locks and issues with collectibles, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
The story feels predictable and underdeveloped, with a rushed ending that leaves players wanting more closure.
Limited background music and repetitive puzzle mechanics can lead to a lack of engagement, especially in the later stages of the game.

music
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
84%
2%
The music in "Sonority" serves as a thematic backdrop to its puzzle mechanics, which primarily focus on mathematical logic rather than musical expertise. While the game features a relaxing soundtrack and some engaging musical elements, many players noted that the puzzles often feel more arithmetic than melodic, making it accessible even for those without a strong musical background. Overall, the sound design is praised for enhancing the atmosphere, but expectations for a deep musical experience may lead to disappointment.
- “Sonority is a beautiful, but emotional game about the restorative healing power of music.”
- “The music in 'the valley of stones' is by far my favorite part of the game.”
- “The engaging storyline, cute characters, calming music, and colorful styling help make this a relaxing game even in its trickier moments with the fun and rewarding gameplay remaining at the forefront of the experience.”
- “There's almost no background music, just wind, water, and notes from the solved puzzles.”
- “While everything on the surface claims it's this big musical puzzle game, the actual puzzles are purely mathematical in nature.”
- “For a game that is centered around sound, the obnoxiously loud jumpscare music over and over really leaves a sour taste.”
story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
51%
8%
The game's story is generally described as charming and cute, with a child-friendly vibe and engaging characters, though it often lacks depth and originality. While some players found the narrative enjoyable and fitting within the game's relaxing atmosphere, others criticized it for being predictable, cheesy, or poorly executed. Overall, the story serves as a light backdrop to the gameplay, with visual storytelling elements enhancing the experience despite some inconsistencies in clarity and pacing.
- “This game has a charming story, with nice locations, and fun puzzles.”
- “The engaging storyline, cute characters, calming music and colourful styling help make this a relaxing game even in its trickier moments with the fun and rewarding gameplay remaining at the forefront of the experience.”
- “It's got quite a lovely story that pulls you through the game and I've found it to be quite a relaxing way to spend the evening.”
- “The story is really cheesy and the game is short.”
- “The story makes no sense.”
- “I'm not going to spend any time on it because you can skip most of it, but good lord this is an awful story.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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34%
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The gameplay is characterized by innovative puzzle mechanics that incorporate music, creating a unique and engaging experience. While some players noted a lack of new mechanics in the latter half of the game, the overall design features well-thought-out puzzles that maintain interest through twists and complexity. The combination of beautiful visuals, intuitive controls, and a relaxing atmosphere enhances the enjoyment of the gameplay, making it a standout puzzle adventure.
- “Amazing puzzle adventure... loved the gameplay and visuals as well as the puzzles in most parts.”
- “Absolutely loved the fresh, unique game mechanics.”
- “The engaging storyline, cute characters, calming music, and colorful styling help make this a relaxing game even in its trickier moments, with the fun and rewarding gameplay remaining at the forefront of the experience.”
- “From the second half of the game, there are almost no new mechanics.”
- “The puzzles and mechanics are getting more and more complex, but it's never too much.”
- “The whole new puzzle mechanic is based on descending and ascending note sequences that will move any objects that can 'hear'.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and attention to detail, featuring sharp, neat visuals that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the simple yet charming art style, which complements the engaging puzzles and atmospheric gameplay. However, some users have reported issues with character movement being hindered by the environment, suggesting a need for improvements in collision detection.
- “Graphics were beautiful and you can see that the world was lovingly crafted with attention to detail.”
- “Nice little isometric platformer with a diverting mechanic and some beautiful artwork.”
- “Musical puzzles + cool mechanics + atmospheric = a unique puzzle adventure with great graphics.”
- “If you hide collectibles in hard-to-find spots, then make sure the character doesn't get stuck in the graphics/environment; also, invisible walls are frustrating, just put a plain wall instead.”
- “I had to constantly quit to the main menu and restart due to getting stuck within the graphics and unable to move (happened at least half a dozen times in my one short session).”
- “The visuals are simple and cute.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its beautiful and heartwarming narrative centered around the healing power of music, creating a relaxing atmosphere. While players find the story and characters to be cute and occasionally touching, some express disappointment over the lack of character interactions and a more impactful emotional conclusion. Overall, the game evokes care for its main character but leaves some emotional goals unfulfilled.
- “Sonority is a beautiful, but emotional game about the restorative healing power of music.”
- “Nevertheless, it's a very cute story in a relaxing and heartwarming environment.”
- “Story and characters are funny, cute, and sometimes touching.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game is praised for its captivating atmosphere, enhanced by a rich musical score that includes background music and interactive melodies. Players find it to be a relaxing experience, with charming visuals and engaging puzzles that create an immersive world, making it easy to lose track of reality. Overall, the combination of music and atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Overall it's a very atmospheric game with lots and lots of musical elements - background music, hidden chests with small melodies, at some point you even get the chance to create your own melodies in the game.”
- “Super chilling puzzle game with an absolutely charming atmosphere and story.”
- “100% recommendation if you are looking for a game to dive head first into and experience a captivating atmosphere that makes you forget all about this thing called reality.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report occasional visual glitches and camera issues that can affect gameplay, particularly with pathing. While these stability concerns may not significantly detract from the experience for some players, they could be more problematic for those aiming for complete game mastery.
- “There are some visual glitches, and the camera is not always the most cooperative, but that didn't bother me too much (although it might have if I had tried to 100% the music notes).”
- “Sometimes the pathing glitches out.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly noting that the puzzles lack complexity and do not contribute to any achievement progression.
- “The puzzles were very straightforward and rather tedious.”
- “Grinding achievements: no”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be very well optimized for the platform, ensuring smooth performance and an enjoyable experience for players.
- “Very well optimized for the deck.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by its blend of funny, cute, and occasionally touching moments, particularly in the story and character interactions.
- “The story and characters are funny, cute, and sometimes touching.”
- “The humor is clever and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
- “I love how the game balances humor with heartfelt moments.”