The Violinist

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The Violinist is a single player action game. It was developed by BigBentertainment and was released on August 21, 2024. It received negative reviews from players.

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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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game has potential and offers a unique concept of combining rhythm gaming with violin music.
Players appreciate the option to choose different violins and concert halls, adding a personal touch to the experience.
The tuning minigame is seen as a neat addition, providing some engagement beyond the main gameplay.

The default controls and key mapping are confusing, leading to frustration for players trying to play like a violinist.
There is a significant lack of visual feedback when hitting or missing notes, making it hard for players to gauge their performance.
The game feels unpolished with numerous bugs, including issues with score saving and a lack of quality of life features.

music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating the concept of a classical rhythm game but criticizing the execution, particularly the use of faded music sheets and a frustrating tuning minigame. Many suggest that the gameplay should focus on clear patterns that align with the music, ideally maintaining a consistent time signature and utilizing straightforward controls. Overall, while the idea is promising, the current implementation leaves much to be desired.
- “Challenge should lie in cool patterns that still align well with the music.”
- “It's like Guitar Hero, but with violins and classical music.”
- “It's a shame because I was so hyped for a rhythm game that does classical music.”
- “The tuning minigame is the stupidest gimmick ever, and after doing it once, I skipped it after every song I played.”
- “It's a shame because I was so hyped for a rhythm game that features classical music.”
- “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
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
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Players feel that the gameplay lacks sufficient challenge and feedback, which diminishes the overall gratification. Additionally, there are concerns about the visual presentation, specifically the angle of the violin on the screen, which some find off-putting.
- “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
100%
The graphics in the game are minimal, primarily consisting of simple indicators like sparkles to denote success or failure, which some players find insufficient for maintaining immersion and feedback during gameplay. The lack of auditory cues further detracts from the overall experience, making it challenging for players to gauge their performance effectively.
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.