80
MONSTER
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure follows the story of Jemma, a small-town misfit on a journey of self-discovery. Venturing out beyond her stiflingly cozy confines, she finds an inspiring world - but also one ruled by fear, and a strange, immovable 'static' force. Can she disrupt a culture of stagnation, and find a place to fit into it? Gameplay takes place on a unique, interconnected 'grid' that spans the entire world, snappily uniting movement, exploration, and combat. Anything on the same row or column as Jemma moves when she moves, and can 'loop' around the edge of the grid - creating both a playful sense of chaos, and a regular stream of small, thoughtful puzzles that twist and play with the central mechanic.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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82
Critics love the engaging and heartwarming narrative of "Story of Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure," praising its humor, charm, and themes of self-discovery and acceptance. While some critics noted pacing issues and missed opportunities in storytelling depth, overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive. The game offers an immersive and enjoyable experience with compelling characters, puzzles, and combat, making it a highly recommended story-driven adventure.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
82
Positive (80-100)
83%
Mixed (50-79)
17%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Critics love the engaging and heartwarming narrative of "Story of Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure," praising its humor, charm, and themes of self-discovery and acceptance. While some critics noted pacing issues and missed opportunities in storytelling depth, overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive. The game offers an immersive and enjoyable experience with compelling characters, puzzles, and combat, making it a highly recommended story-driven adventure.
Gameplay Mechanics
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82
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure received high praise for its innovative puzzle mechanics and strategic challenges, with critics highlighting its unique sliding-block puzzles and gradual difficulty scaling. While some critics expressed frustration with unclear instructions affecting the learning curve, the majority found the gameplay engaging, well-balanced, and inventive. Overall, the consensus is overwhelmingly positive, making Arranger a standout title for puzzle enthusiasts seeking a fresh and engaging gaming experience.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
82
Positive (80-100)
92%
Mixed (50-79)
8%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
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gameplay mechanics
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure received high praise for its innovative puzzle mechanics and strategic challenges, with critics highlighting its unique sliding-block puzzles and gradual difficulty scaling. While some critics expressed frustration with unclear instructions affecting the learning curve, the majority found the gameplay engaging, well-balanced, and inventive. Overall, the consensus is overwhelmingly positive, making Arranger a standout title for puzzle enthusiasts seeking a fresh and engaging gaming experience.
Graphics and Visual Design
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84
Critics rave about the stunning Graphics and Visual Design of Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure, praising its distinct art style, vibrant colors, and detailed visuals that create a storybook-like atmosphere. The majority applaud the beautiful hand-drawn art, colorful environments, and comic-book cutscenes that enhance gameplay and storytelling. Despite a few critics feeling the art style was not fully integrated into the gameplay, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with reviewers lauding the immersive and consistent visual experience provided by the game's fantastic design.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
84
Positive (80-100)
91%
Mixed (50-79)
9%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics rave about the stunning Graphics and Visual Design of Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure, praising its distinct art style, vibrant colors, and detailed visuals that create a storybook-like atmosphere. The majority applaud the beautiful hand-drawn art, colorful environments, and comic-book cutscenes that enhance gameplay and storytelling. Despite a few critics feeling the art style was not fully integrated into the gameplay, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with reviewers lauding the immersive and consistent visual experience provided by the game's fantastic design.
Music and Sound Design
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81
Critics laud Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure for its top-notch Sound Design and Music, praising the whimsical and fun soundtrack that enhances gameplay. Despite minor critiques like occasional loading delays, the majority agrees that the audio elements excel, striking a balance between melancholy and humor, and contributing significantly to the game's charm and immersive qualities.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
81
Positive (80-100)
86%
Mixed (50-79)
14%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics laud Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure for its top-notch Sound Design and Music, praising the whimsical and fun soundtrack that enhances gameplay. Despite minor critiques like occasional loading delays, the majority agrees that the audio elements excel, striking a balance between melancholy and humor, and contributing significantly to the game's charm and immersive qualities.
Voice Acting
NA
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voice acting
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Technical Performance
NA
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technical performance
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Replay Value
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67
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure has received mixed reviews on its replay value. Critics praise features like optional quests and inventive mechanics for enhancing replayability, but some express concerns about the game's brevity and lack of content. Overall, players seeking additional challenges and diverse gameplay may enjoy replaying Arranger, while others looking for more content and guidance may find its replay value limited.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
67
Positive (80-100)
11%
Mixed (50-79)
89%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure has received mixed reviews on its replay value. Critics praise features like optional quests and inventive mechanics for enhancing replayability, but some express concerns about the game's brevity and lack of content. Overall, players seeking additional challenges and diverse gameplay may enjoy replaying Arranger, while others looking for more content and guidance may find its replay value limited.
Overall Verdict
80
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
80
Positive (80-100)
77%
Mixed (50-79)
23%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure has garnered mostly positive feedback from critics who praised its unique gameplay, engaging story, and beautiful visuals. While some reviewers noted drawbacks such as rushed storytelling and short length, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive. Critics agree that Arranger offers a compelling and enjoyable gaming experience with original puzzle mechanics and immersive design, making it a standout title in the indie game scene. Despite minor criticisms, the game's charm and creativity make it highly recommended for players seeking a refreshing gaming adventure.
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MONSTER
Reviews
45 reviews found90
NintendoWorldReport
Aug 12, 2024
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Arranger is praised for its balance of difficulty and accessibility, heartwarming story, charming visuals, and whimsical soundtrack. The game's short length and abrupt ending are noted as drawbacks, leaving the reviewer wanting more content.
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Pure Nintendo
Aug 16, 2024
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Arranger is a creative and fun adventure game with a unique gameplay mechanic, engaging story, and visually appealing design. It offers a balanced experience suitable for players of all ages and is recommended for those looking for something different and enjoyable.
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90
PlayStation Universe
Aug 11, 2024
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Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure offers a cohesive and charming experience with innovative gameplay, a well-integrated story, and impressive visual and sound design. Accessibility features could be improved for a more guided experience.
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85
CGMagazine
Jul 22, 2024
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Despite the reviewer's initial dislike for sliding-block puzzles, they enjoyed Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure due to its unique gameplay, interesting story, and superb style, suggesting that both hardcore and casual puzzle fans will find something to enjoy in the game.
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80
Push Square
Jul 22, 2024
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Arranger is a delightful puzzle adventure game with charming storytelling, well-designed gameplay, lovely visuals, and a positive message. Despite some minor narrative loose ends, the game is well worth experiencing for its overall charm and presentation.
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80
Slant Magazine
Sep 1, 2024
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Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure is praised for its engaging story, unique gameplay mechanics, fantastic visual design, and immersive sound design. It offers a charming and challenging puzzle-solving experience that keeps players invested in the world of Jemma.
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80
PlayStation Country
Aug 13, 2024
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Arranger is a gem among the abundance of generic indie games. While it may be too 'nice' for some players, its quality, originality, and love put into the game make it stand out. Highly recommended for those looking for a unique and well-crafted puzzle adventure.
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Nintendo Life
Jul 22, 2024
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Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure is a daring and successful game that combines a heartwarming story with addictive gameplay. It elevates simple gameplay and story loops with thoughtful design and care.
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80
Metro GameCentral
Jul 25, 2024
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A funny, beautifully written indie game that successfully combines puzzle gameplay with a narrative adventure, earning a score of 8/10.
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Checkpoint Gaming
Jul 24, 2024
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Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure is a compelling game with original puzzle mechanics, beautiful visuals, and a well-crafted story, suitable for puzzle fans of different ages. While it may not cater to hardcore puzzle enthusiasts, it offers a relaxing and engaging experience overall.
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