This week, the Pocket Gamer App Army tackled the puzzle adventure A Fragile Mind from Glitch Games. The game, a twist on the classic escape room formula with added humor, received mixed reviews.
Here's a summary of App Army member feedback:
Swapnil Jadhav: Initially skeptical due to the game's icon, Jadhav found the gameplay unique and engaging, praising the challenging yet rewarding puzzles. He recommends playing on a tablet for optimal experience.
Max Williams: Williams described A Fragile Mind as a point-and-click adventure with static pre-rendered graphics. While appreciating the clever puzzles and fourth-wall-breaking humor, he found the navigation somewhat confusing at times. He noted the hint system was very generous, perhaps overly so. Despite this, he highly recommends the game for fans of the genre.
Robert Maines: Maines enjoyed the first-person puzzle adventure, though he found the puzzles challenging and occasionally needed a walkthrough. He felt the graphics and sound were adequate but not outstanding, and the replayability was limited. Still, he recommends it to puzzle adventure enthusiasts.
Torbjörn Kämblad: Kämblad found A Fragile Mind to be a less impressive entry in the escape-room genre. He criticized the muddy presentation, awkward UI (particularly the menu button placement), and pacing issues. He found the game frustrating and relied heavily on the hint system.
Mark Abukoff: Abukoff, typically not a fan of puzzle games due to their difficulty, found A Fragile Mind surprisingly enjoyable. He praised the aesthetic, atmosphere, intriguing puzzles, and helpful hint system. He recommends it despite its short playtime.
Diane Close: Close likened the game's experience to waking up near an abandoned circus with a cryptic note. She highlighted the abundance of puzzles and the need for note-taking. She praised the flawless Android performance, numerous visual and sound options, good accessibility, and the inclusion of humor.
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