Anomaly 1729

[h1]=================[b]TL;DR[/b]=================[/h1] This is a tough one. Anomaly is a bit of a hidden gem...but also my brain hurts. Also some of it is a bit clunky. Also the graphics and presentation aren't always on point. So TL;DR of a TL;DR: Buy it if you are okay with a [i]slight[/i] lack of polish in exchange for a fairly beautiful brain-busting 3D rotation-based puzzle solving platformer experience. [h1]===============[b]Pros n Cons[/b]===============[/h1] + [b]Graphics:[/b] In the second half of the game, where individual light sources are carefully placed, there's a real beauty and variety. + [b]Audio:[/b] Simple satisfying sounds, some pretty decent music, and nothing bad to speak of. + [b]Story:[/b] At what cost does one value freedom at? Is freedom the end goal? + [b]Controls:[/b] Functional, rotation happening separate from the controls with 3D triggers in the world was a good call. + [b]Dialogue:[/b] Ano's initial reactions and curiosity to everything is very cute...

The main reason I write this review after only 30 minutes of playing is the fact that it's on sale at the moment. I hope I can attract more potential buyers with my review and yes I payed for the game and bought it on Steam. This game was on my wishlist and as I saw it on sale it was an instabuy. The biggest anomaly besides the game's title is the low player count reflected by the lack of reviews. Then again to gain visibility with 10000+ games on Steam is a hard thing indeed. The games style is minimalistic and as a fan of cyberspace environments I like it. The game's soundtrack is ideal to chill out. The idea of the game is deceivingly simple like a Rubik cube. You navigate from entrance to level exit by rotating the environment and you'll soon notice that this is easier said than done. The game's engine is Unreal 4 enough said. Movement is responsive and precise as it should be for platforming. The settings menue is as minimalistic as the game itself and I wish for a gamma s...

I really would like to recommend this game. The visuals are amazing for an indie game at this price and I think with a little more polish it could be a really great Portal clone. Too many bugs spoiled it for me though. With a game where you need to be this precise to solve puzzles I would hope theyd do an extra thorough job of bug fixing it.

Thanks to the developer at Anvil Drop, LLC and the publishing group of Black Shell Media for providing hours of puzzle goodness, entertainment and escape. For weeks now on indie game sites, social media and such there seems to have been a bombardment of promotion for the game Anomaly 1729. Completing the game I understand why. I had not heard of it before and it was an easy purchase during the steam sale for $1 and its an easy recommendation to fans of puzzle platformers. Its has solid controls, platforming, story and unique mechanics that will keep you entertained for hours. In Anomaly 1729 you play Ano a robot? Who is awakened? Created? Forced? Driven? To find meaning in the world of Phiohm and to find Yuler who is constantly warning you to stop. Why all the question ? Because completing the game it will be up to you to interpret the story. Could it be all a metaphorical interpretation or is it simply a journey of Ano? I felt very surprised by the story and it has a satisfying con...

Based on the 20 minutes or so I have played so far, this game seems very solid. It has a really neat mechanic similar to Fez but set in a full 3D world. If you're looking for a challenge and new type of puzzle to solve I would definitely take a chance on this game.

Love this game! I'm glad I gave it a try, I recommend that you do too! Challenging and makes you think, and fun! 10/10