The Shape Of Heart

About

"The Shape of Heart" is a storytelling puzzle game that utilizes fluid physics for unique challenges. Players are taken on a journey through a memoir and diary, reminiscing about childhood, growing up, and fighting stress. The game features immersive music and sound, as well as various endings based on the player's choices. Gameplay involves solving puzzles by filling containers with specific fluids and activating water pumps to reach difficult areas. Experience childhood games in a new light, with different designs and mechanisms in each episode.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

gameplay1 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game evokes strong feelings of nostalgia, taking players back to their childhood and the evolution of gaming.
The unique gameplay and visual narration create an interesting and beautiful experience.
The soundtrack is great and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.

The puzzles can be confusing and often rely on trial and error, making progression difficult.
The game feels unfinished and lacks updates, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players find the gameplay mechanics, particularly the Tetris segment, to be poorly executed and frustrating.

story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story has been criticized for being misleadingly advertised as story-rich, while in reality, it focuses on a dull narrative centered around a mundane life, leaving players disappointed.
- “Most disappointingly, the ads made this game look story-heavy, and it is not at all.”
- “The story is about a boring person telling his mundane life story.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay concept is seen as promising, but its execution has received significant criticism for being poor. Conversely, some players find the gameplay to be uniquely engaging and enjoyable, expressing a strong affection for its distinctiveness.
- “Ahh...! I cannot state this enough, but the gameplay and overall feel of it is so unique and curious, I'm in love!”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is widely praised for its great soundtrack, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely fantastic!”
- “I love the variety and quality of the music in the game.”
- “The music really enhances the overall experience and sets the perfect mood.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express disappointment with the monetization strategy, noting that the game's advertisements misleadingly suggest a rich narrative experience that is not reflected in the actual gameplay.
- “Most disappointingly, the ads made this game look story-heavy, and it is not at all.”
- “The in-game purchases are overpriced and feel like a cash grab.”
- “I was really put off by the constant prompts to spend money; it ruins the experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users indicate that while the game has potential, there is a desire for improvements to enhance its replayability.
- “The game lacks the depth needed for true replayability.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes make it feel repetitive after the first playthrough.”