The Aquarians

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The Aquarians is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Logan and was released on April 26, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

The year is 1882, and it’s nearing a peaceful summer in the small American town of Thornsworth, New Hampshire. Meanwhile, the prestigious yet mysterious organization Loci Quaerere has gathered evidence of a long-forgotten temple from a bygone society, the Aquarians. This temple has been determined to be somewhere in the woods surrounding the very same town. In a headline announcement, the or…

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Distinctive monochrome pencil drawing art style creates a unique atmosphere.
Puzzles are mostly intuitive and easy to solve, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
The game offers a compelling story and lore that enhances the exploration.

The graphical style can make it difficult to see objects and puzzles clearly.
Movement and controls may feel awkward and take time to get used to.
The game is very short, which may leave some players wanting more content.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique art style while others criticize it for lacking sharpness and contrast, which can hinder gameplay, particularly in puzzle-solving. Additionally, the visual presentation has been described as physically tiring over extended play sessions, suggesting that while the aesthetic is intriguing, it may detract from the overall experience.
- “I liked the art style; however, it works against the gameplay on the light-ray alignment puzzle.”
- “I felt that the puzzles, and also finding objects, were made a bit more difficult by the graphical style which renders them with less sharpness and poorer contrast; I also found the graphics physically tiring by the end of my playthrough.”
- “It's an interesting game, I suppose, even though the movement, font, and art style are all a bit off-putting.”
- “The aesthetics are mostly black and white, outlining objects.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as basic, centering on an archaeologist exploring a temple for a gem, but it is supported by atmospheric elements and intriguing lore. While the narrative is short, it showcases significant potential for further development.
- “Nonetheless, I shall be interested to see if this game develops further, as it is atmospheric with a good supporting story and lore.”
- “The story is basic: you are an archaeologist exploring a temple for a gem.”
- “Although short, this game is a phenomenal display of potential towards this world and story.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is visually appealing due to its art style, but it can hinder player experience, particularly in puzzles like the light-ray alignment, where the aesthetics may complicate navigation and problem-solving.
- “I liked the art style; however, it works against the gameplay in the light-ray alignment puzzle.”
- “The controls feel unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the levels.”
- “The combat mechanics are clunky and lack depth, which makes battles feel tedious.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with background tracks effectively complementing the temple theme and enhancing the mood during puzzles.
- “The background music fits the theme of the temple and the mood of the current puzzle.”
- “The music is really good too.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its immersive quality, complemented by a strong supporting story and lore, leaving players eager to see how it evolves further.
- “Nonetheless, I shall be interested to see if this game develops further, as it is atmospheric with a good supporting story and lore.”