Appventure Unlocks Mind-Bending Puzzle in "A Fragile Mind"

This week, the Pocket Gamer 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 lauded its challenging puzzles and witty writing, others found the presentation lacking.

Here's a summary of the App Army's feedback:

Swapnil Jadhav

Initially dismissing the game based on its seemingly outdated logo, Jadhav found the gameplay surprisingly unique and engaging. He praised the challenging yet rewarding puzzles, recommending playing on a tablet for the best experience.

Max Williams

Williams described A Fragile Mind as a point-and-click adventure with static pre-rendered graphics. He noted the unusual ability to progress without solving every puzzle on a given floor, and some puzzles requiring items obtained later. He appreciated the helpful hints, though felt they were perhaps too readily available. While finding the navigation occasionally confusing, he overall considered it a strong example of the genre.

Robert Maines

Maines described the first-person puzzle gameplay, highlighting the need to take photos and find clues. While acknowledging the graphics and sound weren't exceptional, he found the puzzles challenging and occasionally required a walkthrough. He noted the game's relatively short length and limited replayability.

Torbjörn Kämblad

Kämblad, a fan of escape-room style puzzlers, found A Fragile Mind to be underwhelming. He criticized the muddy presentation, hindering puzzle identification, and an inconveniently placed menu button. The abundance of puzzles early on led to a feeling of being lost and a reliance on the hint system.

Mark Abukoff

Abuffkoff, not usually a fan of puzzle games due to their difficulty, found A Fragile Mind enjoyable. He praised the aesthetic, atmosphere, intriguing puzzles, and the well-designed hint system. He considered it a worthwhile experience despite its short length.

Diane Close

Close described the game's unique atmosphere and puzzle density, comparing it to a giant Jenga game. She highlighted the importance of note-taking and appreciated the numerous visual and sound options, along with strong accessibility features. She enjoyed the game's humor and found it a satisfying experience.

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