Trans Neuronica

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Trans Neuronica is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Evidently Cube and was released on October 22, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Link nodes; Untangle paths; Rebuild memory; Assess humans; A puzzle where logic goes hand in hand with surgical precision and humans ask artificial intelligence for help. But only if you trust them enough.

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Single-Player

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Puzzles are well-designed with a good balance of difficulty, providing both relaxing and challenging gameplay.
The introduction of new mechanics is paced well, allowing players to experiment and enjoy the evolving complexity of the puzzles.

The gameplay can become tedious, particularly with the need to delete old connections, which detracts from the fun.
There is a lack of content, with many levels feeling underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more puzzles.
Timed boss levels can be frustrating and may not align well with the overall gameplay style, leading to a less enjoyable experience.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging pathing puzzles that gradually introduce new mechanics, providing a satisfying challenge as players progress. However, some users find the need to delete old connections tedious, and the inclusion of timed levels may detract from the overall experience for those who prefer a more thoughtful approach. Despite these criticisms, the game offers a variety of puzzles and mechanics that keep the experience fresh, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- “If you like pathing puzzles with advanced mechanics, check it out!”
- “Introduction of new mechanics comes at a good pace, and you have the freedom to experiment.”
- “More specifically, I enjoyed the variety of puzzles and mechanics on display; despite the simplicity of the underlying gameplay, there are enough variations on classic numberlink gameplay to make the game feel fresh.”
- “The last mechanic introduced was only used in one puzzle!”
- “Not only were their mechanics hazy, it was also unclear if I needed to succeed at them to unlock more content.”
- “Destroying lines that you've placed is such a core part of the gameplay and yet it feels so tedious to do.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The story in "Trans Neuronica" is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging narrative that connects the levels, despite it being incomplete in the early access version. While some find the story intriguing, they note that it doesn't take center stage and can be confusing, with many expecting future expansions to enhance the narrative. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the puzzles, which are praised for their quality, but players feel clarity about the game's early access status could be improved.
- “I appreciate the (uncharacteristic for this genre) story that binds the levels together.”
- “The mystery of the story feels like there's something much larger going on, and this is in fact a small part of a much larger game or possibly a series of games.”
- “Though the story doesn't take center stage in this early version of the game, the narrative that is present so far seems engaging and well-written, while avoiding overstaying its welcome.”
- “However, as of July 8, 2024, the game is still far from finished with its story, and I suspect there will be many upcoming puzzle stages to come.”
- “Kudos to the developer for integrating a story into this, but I'm afraid I must agree with other comments here that it's neither necessary nor really understandable what is actually going on. It's just a small part of the game and does not distract from the puzzles, which are really well done.”
- “I do wish the Steam page were slightly clearer about the state of early access; the statement that the game currently 'delivers the full storyline', for instance, seems incorrect, as what is currently here feels more like a prologue.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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11%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and contribution to the atmosphere, with many reviewers noting it as a standout feature. However, some players expressed a desire for more variety, as each stage features only one track, which can become repetitive during challenging sections. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, enhancing the game's aesthetics and enjoyment.
- “Trans Neuronica is balanced when it comes to difficulty and has a great story with a pixelized soundtrack.”
- “Mechanics are great, music is great, art is great, aesthetics are great.”
- “A neat, short puzzle game with a wonderful soundtrack and atmosphere.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful design and retro minimalist pixel art that complements the cyberpunk aesthetics. While many find the visuals appealing and well-executed, some users suggest that the background visuals could be improved. Overall, the game's aesthetics, including its graphics and music, contribute positively to the experience.
- “The retro style, minimalist pixel art is great and fits the cyberpunk aesthetics.”
- “Beautiful graphics and design.”
- “I will add that graphically it is very pleasant, and it also features some options to disable animations for those who find the backgrounds distracting.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly as it requires frequently deleting old connections, which detracts from the initial enjoyment of the core gameplay. While the puzzles are engaging at first, the repetitive nature of managing connections becomes a chore, diminishing the overall fun.
- “Just another puzzle game that doesn't really do anything different. The core gameplay is fun for the first couple of puzzles, but then you get to the second world and spend half the time deleting old connections. This is a part of the core game design, but it just feels tedious and not really fun.”
- “Destroying lines that you've placed is such a core part of the gameplay, and yet it feels so tedious to do.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its captivating soundtrack and overall ambiance, contributing to an engaging experience in this concise puzzle game.
- “A neat, short puzzle game with a wonderful soundtrack and atmosphere.”