The Minims
- April 1, 2016
- beyondthosehills
Get on Steam"The Minims" is a point-and-click adventure game featuring an endearing creature named Mii. Players must use logic and problem-solving to help Mii find his life partner Mo, while also confronting themes of life choices and personal values. With its imaginative artwork, compelling story, and relaxing tempo, "The Minims" invites players to explore a quirky and serene universe.
Reviews
- Innovative controls and mechanics that allow players to spin the level for puzzle-solving.
- Charming graphics and a serene atmosphere, complemented by nice music and engaging characters.
- Unique and inventive puzzles that are suitable for all ages, making it a great family-friendly game.
- Puzzles are too simple and may not challenge adult players, leading to a lack of engagement.
- Controls can be complicated and cumbersome, detracting from the overall experience.
- The pacing is slow, and the inability to skip dialogue or speed up movement can be frustrating for some players.
- story5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's storyline is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging characters and unique puzzles. However, some feel that the narrative lacks the depth and engagement found in other media, such as films. Overall, the combination of animation, score, and storytelling contributes positively to the experience.
“I kept going, though, because the animation, score, and storyline are all outstanding, and the puzzles were unique and inventive.”
“Interesting characters and a simple but somewhat engaging story.”
“Nice, well-written story.”
“The story wasn't as engaging as anything I could watch for free on Netflix.”
“The plot felt disjointed and lacked any real depth or character development.”
“I found the narrative predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay invested.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, featuring nice melodies and soundtracks that complement the gameplay and cut scenes. Reviewers highlight its serene and calm nature, with some noting a subtle humor woven into the compositions. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience.
“The gameplay mixed with the cut scenes and the music really fits the atmosphere it's creating!”
“Nice melodies and soundtracks, and I noticed a kind of very discreet humor at some points!”
“I want to stress the word 'serene' here because the music and pace of the game are very calm and slow.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the sound effects are decent, the background music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the experience.”
“The soundtrack is underwhelming and fails to capture the emotional depth of the game.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as nostalgic and gorgeous, contributing to the game's fun without being overly complex. While they are simple, they still manage to impress players.
“The graphics are gorgeous!”
“Very nostalgic graphics, but they don't hold the game back from being fun!”
“Nice graphics, though they're simple too.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its fun and innovative puzzle mechanics, allowing players to spin the level to interact with items creatively. The integration of cut scenes and atmospheric music enhances the overall experience, making it engaging and immersive.
“Very fun puzzle game, with innovative controls and mechanics that make you spin the level and world to find the right interactable items for the puzzle.”
“The gameplay, combined with the cut scenes and the music, really fits the atmosphere it's creating!”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally well-received, with the integration of gameplay, cut scenes, and music effectively enhancing the experience. However, some players find the puzzles uninspired, and the overall sound design can be monotonous, leading to a lack of engagement.
“Gameplay mixed with the cutscenes and the music playing really fit the atmosphere it's creating!”
“The puzzles are pretty bland though, and the overall sound and atmosphere almost put me to sleep.”
