Unit 404

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Unit 404 is a single player casual puzzle game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by [OneManBand] and was released on August 20, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

"Unit 404" is a sci-fi puzzle platformer game, immersing players in an abandoned complex filled with handcrafted levels and diverse game mechanics. Progressively challenging, the game features over 70 levels with increasing difficulty, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Experience captivating visual themes and atmospheric storytelling throughout this enthralling adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

Unit 404 features a lovely aesthetic with gorgeous visuals and immersive sound effects, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a variety of logical puzzles that challenge players' thinking and planning skills, with a gradual increase in difficulty.
It is well-structured, introducing new mechanics slowly and providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment upon solving complex puzzles.

The lack of an undo button is a significant flaw, leading to frustration as players must restart lengthy levels after making mistakes.
Unskippable animations can disrupt the flow of gameplay, making the puzzle-solving experience feel tedious and conservative.
Some players find the game less enjoyable due to the trial-and-error nature of the puzzles, especially in later chapters where mistakes can be costly.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Unit 404 features 79 logical puzzles that challenge players while introducing mechanics gradually across five chapters. The intuitive controls and immersive visuals enhance the experience, although the lack of explicit tutorials may require players to deduce solutions independently. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging puzzle design and captivating mechanics.
- “Its 79 puzzles are logical and will leave your head scratching. The mechanics are clear and intuitive, the visuals are gorgeous, and the sound effects make the whole experience more immersive.”
- “The game is divided into 5 chapters, and in each, you are introduced slowly to new mechanics, ensuring a smooth learning curve.”
- “Unit 404 is a puzzle game in which you need to manipulate buttons, switches, and various other mechanics to get your robot across the room to its destination.”
- “This robot is a stupid mechanical piece of junk!”
- “First levels are sort of a guide to the existing puzzle mechanics, but you have to guess them on your own; there's no 'click on this to trigger that' type of tutorials.”
- “The game is divided into 5 chapters, and while you are introduced slowly to new mechanics, the lack of clear tutorials can be frustrating.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Unit 404 is praised for its stunning graphics and immersive sound design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. The game's aesthetic, including music and animations, contributes to its appeal, making it stand out in the puzzle genre. Players appreciate the high quality of visuals and audio, which exceed expectations for a puzzle game.
- “Its 79 puzzles are logical and will leave your head scratching, the mechanics are clear and intuitive, the visuals are gorgeous, and the sound effects make the whole experience more immersive.”
- “Special thanks to the developer for one more thing you don’t expect in a puzzle game - very high quality of graphics and sound.”
- “Unit 404 has a lovely aesthetic, including music and animations.”
music
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The music in Unit 404 is praised for its lovely aesthetic, complementing the game's overall visual and auditory experience.
- “Unit 404 has a lovely aesthetic, including music and animations.”