YANKAI'S TRIANGLE

About

YANKAI'S TRIANGLE is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Kenny Sun and was released on November 2, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Yankai's Triangle" is a puzzling game featuring triangles exclusively, where players tap and spin them to solve levels. With over 1.74 x 10^26 possible levels, colorful designs, and a unique scoring system, the game aims to showcase the beauty and joy of triangles. It also includes film grain and tiled background effects, as well as options for colorblindness Nintendo Switch and Steam.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

+13

Skip User Reviews

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Fun minimalist puzzle game with a unique and engaging core mechanic that keeps players entertained.
Offers a relaxing atmosphere with endless puzzles that can be played casually.
The game has a satisfying audio feedback when matching triangles, enhancing the overall experience.

The permanent film grain effect is distracting and can cause headaches, making the game visually unpleasant.
Lack of music and reliance on strange sound effects detracts from the overall atmosphere.
Some puzzles can become tedious due to the need for backtracking and the erratic progression of mechanics.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
58%
18%
The gameplay centers around rotating triangles to form larger shapes, with a variety of mechanics introduced to keep puzzles engaging. While the core mechanic is satisfying and allows for both strategic and speedy play, the difficulty curve is inconsistent, often introducing new mechanics that are not utilized for several levels. Additionally, the game's visual presentation has been criticized for being distracting, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay at the start is pretty easy to understand, and new mechanics are added regularly to keep it fresh and make it more and more complicated as you progress.”
- “The core matching mechanic is satisfying, and the timer/move counters allow you to play for speed, smarts, or both.”
- “The mechanics are simple enough that you can play almost in a trance, so when an audio/visual/gameplay twist pops up once every 20 or 30 levels, it feels surprising, interesting, and fresh.”
- “As another reviewer noted, the game may introduce a new mechanic and then not use it for several more levels.”
- “While the core mechanic is simple, it could've been enough to carry the game, but the patterns are just too psychedelic and bigger levels can get tedious, going back and forth between layers until you find the right combination.”
- “The difficulty curve is frankly bizarre; it introduces a new mechanic with a puzzle, then proceeds to not use that mechanic for a dozen levels or so.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its unique sound design and atmospheric qualities, while others find it lacking and distracting compared to the trailer's more appealing soundtrack. Many noted the absence of traditional music, replaced by unsettling sound effects that can be off-putting, though some enjoyed the ambient sounds that complement the gameplay. Overall, the music's effectiveness seems to depend on personal taste, with a divide between those who embrace its unconventional style and those who prefer a more melodic experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The art style and sound design isn't for everyone, with the weird music and visual noise, but I personally really liked it!”
- “A welcome break from all the headshots, gore, and murder that typically make up my day-to-day gaming with a nice chilled load of triangles and a simple soundtrack that helps really get you in the mood for turning triangles.”
- “The music in the trailer is not in the game, just strange sound effects.”
- “And the lack of music, in the place of which is strange skittering noises, rain, fractions of radio transmissions, and ethereal noises, is unsettling.”
- “Just a heads up though, the background music in the game sounds nothing like what they put in the trailer.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the core mechanics are simple and the sound design enhances the appeal of repetitive actions, the tedious nature of solving complex puzzles and navigating larger levels can detract from overall enjoyment.
- “The puzzles are tedious.”
- “While the core mechanic is simple, it could've been enough to carry the game, but the patterns are just too psychedelic and bigger levels can get tedious, going back and forth between layers until you find the right combination.”
- “While the choice in music is questionable, the makers of this game definitely know what they're doing when it comes to sound design, because by adding some grinding and satisfying thuds, they made clicking on a bunch of triangles oddly appealing to do.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some praising the unique art style and visuals, while others noted that the execution and color palette could be improved. The sound design, described as quirky, may not appeal to everyone, but it complements the overall aesthetic for those who appreciate it.
- “The art style and sound design aren't for everyone, with the unique music and visual noise, but I personally really liked it!”
- “Nice puzzler with cool visuals and random background noises.”
- “But the execution of the visuals and the color palette for some levels leave room for improvement.”
- “The art style and sound design aren't for everyone, with the weird music and visual noise.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its engaging atmosphere, combining minimalist design with ambient audio that effectively conveys emotions and enhances the overall experience. It appeals to fans of both atmospheric and puzzle genres, making it a noteworthy title for those interested in the interplay of sound and art.
- “Fun minimalist puzzle game with a great atmosphere.”
- “If you love atmospheric games and puzzle games, or are just interested in the power of audio (specifically ambient audio) to convey a message or feeling in art, then this is a must.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express surprise at the depth of emotional engagement the game offers, highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings and connect with them on a personal level.
- “I never knew that this could be as emotional as it is.”