The Square Key

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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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Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story3 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and fun rotating puzzle mechanic that is engaging.
It has a strong aesthetic with a gloomy noir style and good music that enhances the atmosphere.
Level design is interesting and offers a mix of easy to challenging puzzles, rewarding player skill and reaction time.

The game suffers from issues like unavoidable damage in some rooms and simplistic enemy behavior.
Core gameplay can feel tedious at times, especially for those not familiar with the mechanics.
It may be too short and lacks depth, leading to a potentially boring experience for some players.

music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its quality and integration with the story. However, some users note that it can be choppy and repetitive at times, which detracts from the overall experience unless accompanied by enjoyable gameplay elements.
- “The music is good.”
- “Good music and a good story.”
- “Great music score.”
- “The music can be quite choppy and repetitive, and unless you get an enjoyable weapon to listen to, it becomes tedious.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and quickly becomes monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the music to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The gameplay features a core loop that may initially feel tedious, requiring players to quickly rotate the screen, which can 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.”
- “Gameplay is fine but heavily relies on timing.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of this game has been heavily criticized as a cash grab, with reviewers pointing out that it relies on low-effort asset flips and template-based designs. The developers' history of similar practices and the use of questionable tactics, such as fake reviews and bundling at launch, further undermine the game's value, especially given its $12 price tag.
- “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 daily indie game bundles as cash grabs.”
- “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 and paste jobs, the fake/compromised Steam accounts they used to write fake reviews, the laughable $12 USD price tag for this copy and paste template/asset flip garbage, and the way they dumped it into daily indie game bundles immediately at launch.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story is well-received, complemented by good music that enhances 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 combination of good music and a compelling story enhances the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is often praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, effectively drawing players into its world. Reviewers highlight the combination of visual design, soundscapes, and environmental storytelling as key elements that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's emotional impact and player engagement.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find that the grinding aspect of the game can feel tedious initially, particularly as they acclimate to the core gameplay loop. However, this experience may improve 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.”
- “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the experience.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay motivated to continue playing.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics are praised for their appealing art style, contributing positively to the overall visual experience of the game.
- “The art style is stunning and really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The graphics are incredibly detailed, making the world feel immersive.”
- “The vibrant colors and smooth animations bring the game to life.”