App Army Assemble: A Fragile Mind - \"Will this puzzler leave you scratching your head?\"

This week, Pocket Gamer's 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. While some praised the challenging puzzles and witty writing, others found the presentation lacking.

Here's a summary of their feedback:

Swapnil Jadhav

Initially unimpressed by the game's retro-looking icon, Jadhav found the gameplay surprisingly unique and engaging. He described the puzzles as difficult but rewarding, calling it one of the best puzzle games he's played. He recommends playing on a tablet for optimal experience.

Max Williams

Williams categorized A Fragile Mind as a point-and-click adventure with static, pre-rendered graphics. While unsure about the overarching narrative, he appreciated the game's clever fourth-wall-breaking moments. He found the puzzles logical, though the hint system might be a bit too generous. He noted some navigation challenges but overall considered it a strong example of the genre.

Robert Maines

Maines described the first-person puzzle adventure as a challenging experience, requiring occasional walkthrough assistance. While the graphics and sound weren't exceptional, he found them adequate. He noted the game's brevity and lack of replayability but recommended it to puzzle adventure enthusiasts.

Torbjörn Kämblad

Kämblad, a fan of escape-room style puzzlers, found A Fragile Mind underwhelming. He criticized the muddy presentation and UI design, particularly the easily-mis-tapped menu button. He also felt the pacing was off, with too many puzzles available from the start, leading to disorientation and early reliance on the hint system.

Mark Abukoff

Abukoff, not usually a fan of puzzle games due to their difficulty, enjoyed A Fragile Mind. He praised the aesthetics, atmosphere, and intriguing puzzles, along with the helpful hint system. He deemed it a worthwhile experience despite its short length.

Diane Close

Close described the gameplay experience using a creative circus-themed analogy. She highlighted the game's layered puzzles and the need for note-taking. She praised the game's visual and sound options, accessibility features, and humor, declaring it an enjoyable experience, particularly on Android.

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