YANKAI'S TRIANGLE
- November 2, 2016
- Kenny Sun
- 2h median play time
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Reviews
- The game offers a relaxing and simple puzzle experience that can be enjoyed casually.
- It features an endless supply of procedurally generated puzzles, providing a fresh challenge each time.
- The core mechanic of rotating triangles to match patterns is satisfying and can evoke a sense of accomplishment.
- The permanent film grain effect is distracting and can cause headaches, making the game visually unpleasant.
- The sound design lacks music and instead features strange noises that can be unsettling.
- The game suffers from tedious backtracking and unclear mechanics, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
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 psychedelic visuals and film grain effect can detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its enjoyment.
“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.”
- music11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
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 music. Many noted the absence of traditional music, replaced by unsettling sound effects and ambient noises, which can be off-putting for some. Overall, the sound design is recognized for its creativity, but the choice of music may not resonate with all players.
“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.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a unique art style that may not appeal to everyone, complemented by quirky sound design and random background noises. However, many players appreciate the cool visuals and find them fitting for the game's puzzling elements.
“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.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express surprise at the depth of emotional engagement the game offers, highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings and resonate on a personal level.
“I never knew that this could be as emotional as it is.”
“The story made me feel a deep connection to the characters, and I found myself genuinely moved by their struggles.”
“Every choice I made had an emotional weight that lingered long after I finished the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, particularly through the effective use of ambient audio, which enhances the emotional and artistic experience. It appeals to fans of atmospheric and puzzle games alike, making it a compelling choice for those who appreciate a rich auditory environment.
“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.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both haunting and beautiful.”
“Every sound and visual element contributes to a rich, layered atmosphere that keeps you engaged and on edge.”
