Micron

Micron

Apparition Games · 2012

Puzzles that turn planning into satisfying musical patterns

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The WhatsNext verdict

If you enjoy compact spatial puzzles with retro visuals and reactive electronic music, Micron delivers a polished, distinctive evening-length experience. Players seeking deep rhythm mechanics or substantial replay value may find it too slight.

What it does best

  • The puzzle solution becomes part of the soundtrack

  • Puzzles that turn planning into satisfying musical patterns

  • A distinctive fusion of puzzle solving and rhythm

What might put you off

  • The rhythm is more decorative than mechanically essential

  • The campaign is short with limited replay value

The setup

What you are walking into

Micron is a unique fusion of puzzle and rhythm gameplay. You place pieces on a board to deflect bullets of energy that fire to the beat. Guide the bullets to the exit through 63 challenging levels featuring a variety of distinctive soundscapes. Your solutions create the music.

Where it lives

LinuxAndroidPC (Microsoft Windows)iOSMac

Genre

MusicPuzzleIndie
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