Zhed
- April 16, 2020
- Ground Control Studios
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Reviews
- ZHED offers a unique and engaging puzzle mechanic that gradually increases in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
- The game features a minimalist design and smooth gameplay, making it visually appealing and easy to navigate.
- With 100 levels and unlimited restarts, players can enjoy hours of brain-teasing fun at an affordable price.
- The difficulty curve can be inconsistent, with some levels being significantly harder than others, leading to frustration.
- Certain puzzle elements, like 'red herrings', can feel unnecessary and detract from the overall experience.
- The game lacks a tutorial or clear explanation of mechanics, which may leave some players confused at the start.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a unique and minimalist puzzle mechanic that involves numbered blocks painting tiles in a straight line, reminiscent of nonograms. While the puzzles are engaging and progressively challenging, the game relies heavily on this single mechanic without introducing new elements, making it a simple yet entertaining experience. Overall, it offers smooth gameplay and a sleek presentation, though it may feel repetitive over time.
“I haven't seen this puzzle mechanic before, but it plays really well and fits perfectly as a minimalist puzzler for my Steam Deck.”
“With its excellent gameplay, sleek presentation, and engaging puzzles, it's sure to keep you entertained for hours on end.”
“Simple yet engaging game, really smooth gameplay and presentation.”
“It has one mechanic, offers a very repetitive, droning electronic music with very little personality.”
“There are no other mechanics, no sub-logics which appear as you play, and there are not a lot of patterns either.”
“It's a fun little time waster with not much to offer past its one mechanic.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and pleasant, though some users find it repetitive and lacking in personality. Overall, while the sound design is appreciated, it may not offer much variety or depth.
“The relaxing music is a pleasure to listen to.”
“The music and sounds are really nice.”
“It has one mechanic and offers very repetitive, droning electronic music with very little personality.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by basic geometry and flat colors, featuring a minimalistic design with occasional palette swaps between levels. Overall, the visuals lack complexity and detail.
“The visuals are minimalistic yet effective, creating a unique aesthetic.”
“The graphics feature basic geometry and flat colors, which contribute to a distinct style.”
“The visuals are basic geometry and flat colors, with a palette swap every few levels.”
“The graphics are minimalistic.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is considered low due to the presence of 100 levels, as players may not find much incentive to replay them unless they wish to experience the same challenges again.
“There are 100 levels, so replayability is low. I guess unless you want to do the levels all over again.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to replay it.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
