Squarism

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"Squarism" is a minimalist logic game where you assemble squares from scattered pieces with controllable fragments. The game features 70 levels, a wave-like complexity, and a melodic soundtrack to soften any frustrations from fails. The goal is to learn every step and enjoy every victory, while avoiding obstacles like getting stuck in hallways or accidentally destroying necessary parts.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and engaging puzzle experience with a variety of levels that gradually increase in difficulty.
It's an inexpensive game that provides good value for money, especially when purchased on sale.
The minimalistic design and calm music create a relaxing atmosphere, making it a great time-killer.

The game suffers from a lack of replayability, as once all levels are completed, there is little incentive to play again.
Frequent difficulty spikes can be frustrating, especially when the game transitions from easy to challenging puzzles.
The absence of an undo feature can lead to significant frustration when mistakes are made during complex levels.

gameplay
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is well-received, featuring interesting mechanics and a solid puzzle design that offers 70 challenging levels. While it is simpler than its predecessor, Hade, it introduces new mechanics progressively, enhancing complexity and engagement. Overall, it is a minimalistic yet rewarding puzzler that encourages players to start slowly to fully grasp its mechanics.
- “That being said, I liked the game; it is very well done, with interesting mechanics and overall a good puzzler.”
- “From the creators of the excellent Hade, it's a solid puzzler for very little money, and while it's mechanically simpler than Hade, the levels get similarly ingenious.”
- “So, this is a game that definitely lives up to its expectations - it's minimalistic but features 70 different and often hard puzzles with some nice mechanics that all revolve around putting together every dot in order to form a square.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are unresponsive at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
- “Some levels are poorly designed, resulting in unfair challenges that detract from the overall experience.”
music
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as calming and suitable for its genre, though it suffers from repetitiveness. While some players find it relaxing, others suggest it may become monotonous, especially after completing all levels. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a positive aspect, contributing to the game's ambiance despite its limitations.
- “But for some smart level design, the low price, great music, and functional graphics, it still quite easily gets a recommendation.”
- “Visuals are nice, music is calm and suits the game well.”
- “The soundtrack is quite repetitive, which can become tedious over time.”
- “The background music lacks variety and can feel monotonous during extended play sessions.”
- “While the music is relaxing, it ultimately feels repetitive and may lead players to prefer their own playlists.”
graphics
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with an art style that is simple yet appealing, earning an 8/10 for performance. Players appreciate the functional visuals that complement the game's smart level design and calming music, making it a recommended experience for those who enjoy a challenge.
- “Graphics/art style & performance: 8/10”
- “But for some smart level design, the low price, great music, and functional graphics, it still quite easily gets a recommend.”
- “Visuals are nice, music is calm and suits the game well.”
story
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game lacks a discernible story or plot, with users indicating that there is no narrative content to engage with. Players seeking a traditional storyline or combat narrative should look elsewhere.
- “If you are looking for any type of story plot, combat, etc., skip it.”
- “The story is virtually non-existent.”
- “There is no engaging narrative to keep players invested.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Squarism offers a substantial number of levels, providing a decent amount of gameplay time; however, it lacks replayability as players are not incentivized to revisit completed levels. The game's single logical mechanism and absence of hints contribute to a one-time experience, making it feel less valuable at its price point. Overall, while it can be engaging for a while, it is unlikely to keep players coming back after finishing the levels.
- “The game offers a unique challenge with each playthrough, as the levels require deep thinking and logical reasoning, making it engaging even after completing them.”
- “While the game may not encourage replaying levels directly, the complexity and thought required for each stage provide a satisfying experience that can be revisited.”
- “Each level presents a new puzzle that demands your full attention, ensuring that even after finishing, players can find themselves drawn back to tackle the challenges again.”
- “Squarism has just one negative thing - these games, in my opinion, are quite short (not in terms of finishing the game, but as I'll explain below, given that it has no replayability) and using a single logical mechanism, shouldn't cost more than €2; this one starts at €3, so in my view, it's better to take it when it's on sale.”
- “The game has 70 levels, so it's not short at all, although it has no replayability, of course, being a logic minimalistic puzzle time-killer. But these 70 levels will keep you here for quite some time :)”
- “As you will see, on one hand, the game doesn't have much replayability value due to the fact that once you're done with one level, you aren't encouraged to replay it. On the other hand, every single level may take you minutes of thinking, and especially after crossing the 30th mark, will require logical ideas. Since there are no hint features, you'll have to do everything by yourself or look for some guide on YouTube :)”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics and art style received a solid 8/10 rating, indicating that it is visually appealing and well-executed. Performance is generally stable, suggesting effective optimization that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The optimization of the game is impressive, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the graphics settings, making it easy to achieve a balance between visual quality and performance.”
- “The game runs flawlessly with minimal loading times, showcasing excellent optimization that enhances the overall experience.”