The Violinist

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Step into the shoes of a talented violinist and overcome different levels with classical music from various authors and composers, from the Baroque era to the Romantic era. The Violinist offers players the option to press buttons to the musical rhythm of the song they choose. The notes fall vertically and the player must press at the right moment to get a score. The more precise they are, the mor…

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

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique take on rhythm games with classical music, appealing to violinists and fans of the genre.
Players appreciate the entertaining gameplay and the ability to choose different violins and concert halls, enhancing the overall experience.
Despite some bugs, many players feel a connection to the game and enjoy the concept of shredding to classical compositions.

The game suffers from numerous bugs, including score resets and issues with key mapping, which detracts from the overall experience.
There is a lack of feedback when hitting or missing notes, making it difficult for players to gauge their performance and improve.
The charting and mapping of songs are inconsistent, often not aligning with the actual violin parts, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players expressing disappointment over score resets and repetitive gameplay mechanics. While the concept of a classical music rhythm game is appealing, many find the execution lacking, particularly criticizing the tuning minigame and the unclear music sheets. Suggestions for improvement include maintaining consistent time signatures and enhancing the alignment of gameplay with the music's rhythm.
- “Challenge should lie in cool patterns that still align well with the music.”
- “It's like Guitar Hero, but with violins and classical music.”
- “I for one have never seen a performer use music sheets with faded ink that is hard to even discern because it's more fun that way.”
- “It's a shame because I was so hyped for a rhythm game that features classical music.”
- “The tuning minigame is the stupidest gimmick ever, and after doing it once, I skipped it after every song I played.”
- “I suggest keeping all songs in 4/4 and working with the actual note lengths while using the space bar for bowing or something.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers emphasize that the gameplay should present a greater challenge and provide more feedback and gratification to enhance the player experience. Additionally, there are concerns about the visual representation of the violin, which some feel is not optimally positioned on the screen.
- “The challenge should lie in the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay needs more feedback and gratification for the player.”
- “The gameplay needs more feedback and gratification for the player, and the angle of the violin on the screen feels a bit off.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are minimalistic, featuring simple indicators like sparkles to denote performance, which some users find insufficient for providing feedback during gameplay. This lack of auditory cues can hinder players' ability to gauge their timing and maintain their rhythm.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a reluctance to engage in grinding for scores, indicating a preference for completing the game at a leisurely pace rather than focusing on repetitive tasks.
- “I personally will probably try to complete the game in my spare time, but I definitely won't be grinding out scores or anything.”