
Cartesian is a unique puzzle-platformer with lasers as its core mechanic. Use lasers to reflect, push, destroy, and more as you search for your lost crew-mates. Dozens of interesting mechanics are introduced through over 70 varied levels.
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Cartesian is definitely not what I expected from a free game. With poor graphics, no resolution options to speak of, and also lacking volume sliders, this game did everything to get off on a bad footing with me. It then took that negative expectation I had built up and then smacked me square in the face with the fact that it is in fact a solid title! With varied and unique puzzle designs and ranging levels of difficulty and options, this game was far more than one could ever hope to expect from a free title. As stated in my first Impressions video, my only regret is that I was not able to compensate the Developers for this little gem. If you are a fan of puzzle games, this game is absolutely worth your time. And a note to the Devs, if you produce a 2nd game of this level of quality gameplay, please do charge some money for it. You will have earned it if it is anything like Cartesian.
I really liked this. Most of the levels felt great, and figuring out the perfect angle was a lot of fun. Sometimes I couldn't tell what I had to do and had to brute force it, though, which was not so fun. Still, there was a lot more good than bad, so I think the game's easily worth checking out for anyone who likes puzzle platformers.
Игра 'Cartesian' – это крайне минималистичная, но затягивающая головоломка. Визуально она напоминает старые DOS игры, что добавляет ей особого шарма. Игровой процесс построен на перемещении по координатной сетке, избегая препятствий и собирая ключи для открытия новых уровней. Несмотря на кажущуюся простоту, сложность постепенно возрастает, заставляя хорошенько подумать над каждым шагом. Ключом к успеху является внимательность и планирование. Ошибочный ход может привести к перезапуску уровня, что, поначалу, может расстраивать, но в конечном итоге мотивирует к поиску оптимального решения. Управление отзывчивое и интуитивно понятное, что позволяет полностью сосредоточиться на решении головоломок. Отсутствие сюжета и яркой графики компенсируется продуманным дизайном уровней и ощущением удовлетворения, когда, наконец, удается пройти сложный этап. 'Cartesian' – отличный выбор для любителей минималистичных и сложных головоломок, требующих логического мышления.
A free puzzle platformer that plays better than it looks.
So, before I start I'll just say this is on of the best free 2D puzzle games I've played on Steam so far, when it comes to game mechanics. I was browsing through Steam and I found this free-to-play game. Looking at the artstyle, it didn't seem to be anything extraordinary. But you know what they say, don't judge a book by its cover. Cartesian succeeds at teaching you every mechanic, introducing them in the levels and making them harder. The puzzles never seemed unfair nor frustrating. Even when they were hard, they still were fun and challenging (in a good way). Also, the story isn't anything special, but it's still neat. The game is pretty long, for a free game, which is actually pretty good, in my opinion: it took me around 3 hours to finish it without any guides, and I enjoyed every moment of it. TL;DR: Play it, it's good, puzzles are fun and it's free!
레이저 퍼즐 게임. 캠 카메라 같은 캐릭터를 조작하여 퍼즐을 풀어냅니다. 초기에는 붉은 레이저를 이용하며, 뒤로 진행할수록 푸른색, 초록색의 레이저를 이용할 수 있죠. 맵에는 투명한 구슬이 존재하며, 이 구슬을 해당하는 색으로 채우면 다음 레벨로 가는 문이 열립니다. 하얀색의 거울은 기본으로 이용하며, 특정 방향으로 쏘아지는 레이저를 이용하기도 하죠. 참고로, 다음 레벨로 이동하는 문을 거울처럼 이용해야하는 경우도 존재합니다. 레이저의 경우, 플레이어와 동일한 색상이면 나름 안전하게 진행할 수 있지만, 색이 다를 경우 조금만 닿아도 위험 상태에 빠지게 됩니다. 첫 피격 시 화면의 가쪽이 붉어지며, 이때 한 번 더 피격되면 게임 오버/ 숨어있으면 회복됩니다. 하나하나 지역을 넘다보면 보스가 등장합니다. 이들은 대기하다가 레이저를 쏘고 하는 등 플레이어를 위협하며, 플레이어는 이들의 뒤 똔는 얼굴 등의 레이저가 반사되지 않는 곳을 공격해 제거해야하죠. 아, 마우스 우클릭을 이용하면 레이저의 경로를 파악할 수 있습니다. 무작정 좌클릭으로 쏘기보다는 우클릭으로 경로를 확정한 뒤 쏘는 것을 추천합니다. 특정 지역에서 일반 발판과 동일하지만, 통과가 되는 투명 타일이 등장합니다. 이경우에 마우스 우클릭을 이용해서 뚫린건지 아닌지 확인하여 진행해야 하죠. 아쉬운 점 -자기 레이저에 자기가 맞고 죽을 수 있음(조심하면 크게 문제 없음 -가끔 점프가 먹히지 않음 -오브젝트를 통과하는 경우 존재(문, 점프 발판 등 -마우스 가두기 기능 필요
Interesting little game, loads of levels to go through very challenging, full review here: https://youtu.be/5fhyjID-8SE
+unique laser puzzles -gfx can be better...
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