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The Square Key

62%Game Brain Score
music, story
gameplay, monetization
90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

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A CINEMATIC SPACE SHOOTER - WISHLIST NOW! About the GameThe Square Key is a representative of the ancient race of square keys that can open all doors and rotate the world around the Square Key. In the game you have to rotate the level and move the hero across the level to solve puzzles. The game takes place in the world of "Koitia". In The Square Key, events take place in an alterna…

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
music6 positive mentions
monetization4 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and fun rotating puzzle mechanic that is engaging and challenging.
  • It has a strong aesthetic with a gloomy noir style and good music that enhances the atmosphere.
  • Level design is interesting and varied, providing a mix of easy to difficult challenges.
  • The game has been criticized for being an asset flip with a lack of originality and depth.
  • Some gameplay elements can feel tedious, and certain rooms may have unavoidable damage.
  • The music can be repetitive and choppy, detracting from the overall experience.
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and contribution to the story, with many noting a strong score. However, some players find the music can be choppy and repetitive, particularly when not paired with enjoyable gameplay elements. Overall, the soundtrack is considered good, but it has its inconsistencies.

    • “The music is good.”
    • “Good music and good story.”
    • “Good music score.”
    • “The music can be quite choppy and repetitive, and unless you get an enjoyable weapon to listen to, it becomes tedious.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a core loop that can feel tedious initially, requiring players to master quick screen rotations, which may lead to discomfort during extended play sessions. However, once players acclimate, the timing-based mechanics provide an enjoyable experience.

    • “At times you need to rotate the screen in different directions in quick succession, so playing for a long period may be nauseating, but the gameplay is definitely fun.”
    • “Gameplay is fine and timing-based.”
    • “The core gameplay loop can be a bit tedious until you get to grips with the game.”
    • “The core gameplay loop can be a bit tedious until you get to grips with the game.”
  • monetization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of this game has been heavily criticized as a cash grab, with reviewers pointing out its reliance on asset store templates and construction kits rather than original content. The developers' history of similar practices, coupled with the use of fake reviews and a low price point, further solidifies the perception of this title as an asset flip rather than a genuine product.

    • “The status of this thing as nothing but an asset/template flip/cash grab is cemented by the developers' prior history of asset flip/construction kit copy+paste jobs, the fake/compromised Steam accounts they used to write fake reviews, the laughable $12 USD price tag for this copy+paste template/asset flip garbage, and the way they dumped it into dailyindiegame bundles immediately at launch.”
    • “These guys do nothing but copy asset store assets and game tutorials, fill out a few things, stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, and dump them on Steam and into dailyindiegame bundles as cash grabs.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is consistently praised for its quality, often highlighted alongside the game's good music, suggesting that both elements contribute significantly to the overall experience.

    • “The game features a captivating story that keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
    • “The narrative is rich and immersive, with well-developed characters and unexpected twists.”
    • “The storytelling is complemented by a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently highlighted as immersive and engaging, with users noting its ability to draw players into the game world. The overall ambiance contributes significantly to the gameplay experience, enhancing emotional connections and player investment.

  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly in the early stages, as they acclimate to the core gameplay loop. However, this feeling may diminish as they become more familiar with the mechanics.

    • “The core gameplay loop can be a bit tedious until you get to grips with the game.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for their appealing art style, which many users find visually pleasing.

    • “The art style is stunning and really enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully designed, creating an immersive world.”
    • “The visual details are impressive, making every scene a work of art.”
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