Many of the recent smartphone games are just as exciting and beautiful as their home or PC counterparts.
In just a few years, smartphone chips have evolved to the point where they can now port console games.
Nowadays, real-time 3DCG animation is commonplace.
But I'm a little worried...to be honest, I'm starting to get tired of seeing it.
They all have similar visual quality, which is starting to get a bit boring.
I prefer simple gameplay over something that is too impressive or overly dramatic.
And I also want to be soothed by a beautiful worldview.
What's needed is fun and a "beautiful worldview"
This is just my opinion ^^;
Having played a lot of different games, I've found that not only are they fun as games, but I also find myself getting drawn into the world of the game itself and becoming engrossed in it.
The game is like a movie, or a drama.
To achieve this, I believe that what is needed is a worldview that resonates with the heart (moves people) and visuals (beauty) that match it.
And it's simplicity, with all unnecessary elements stripped away.
What I'm looking for in a smartphone game these days is something that stimulates me in that way.
So this time"Simple and beautiful"I would like to narrow down my choices based on this theme to five games, chosen by the author, a former hardcore gamer.
Abyssrium
~The healing story of a friend who discovered coral stones~
This is an idle, healing, and nurturing game in which a lonely coral stone, standing alone in the deep sea, gradually meets various friends, is healed, and expands the world of the game.
Aquariums that grow with "tap"
Abyssrium's gameplay is very simple.
All you have to do is tap to grow the coral.
As the coral grows, various tropical fish will gather, and as your level increases, you will be able to increase the number of different fish friends.
By decorating the coral and increasing the number of platforms, friends and stories will gradually increase.
Grow your own aquarium.
Beautiful background music and sound effects
What makes Abyssrium so recommended is that, in addition to being a fun training game, it also has tranquil music and water sounds that perfectly match the deep sea worldview.
There are no flashy productions.
All we see is the sight of growing coral and a world view that exudes a sense of loneliness.
I believe that this worldview soothes the player and creates an indelible gameplay that makes them fall in love with coral.
A total of three Abyssrium series have been released, including this one.
Tsum Tsum Stadium
~A puzzle game that can be played by 50 people simultaneously in real time~
Tsum Tsum is a fairly well-known game, so I'm sure many people have played it.
This is a spin-off Tsum Tsum game that was released in October 2020.
This is the game I've been most addicted to recently.
Trace and connect to clear Tsums!
It's not difficult to operate.
When you trace characters of the same color, called "Tsums," with your finger, they disappear and you get a score.
What's hot in this work is"You can compete for scores with other logged-in players from around the country at the same time.".
The fun of this game is seeing who can clear the most Tsums and get the highest score in a limited number of seconds with 50 other players per game.
The skill presentation and visuals are beautiful!
The key to a puzzle game is to stimulate the user's motivation and sense of greed.
However, what's important isn't just the gameplay, but also the beauty of the visuals and the beautiful presentation.
In that respect, Tsum Tsum Stadium has a sort of pachislot-like excitement.
The music and sound effects are beautiful, and the effects that appear when you use the skills are captivating.
In that sense, Tsum Tsum Stadium is a rare game that combines simple gameplay and beauty while also providing players with a sense of exhilaration.
santorini
~An escape game from a mysterious island in the Aegean Sea~
Santorini is an escape game set on the real island of Santorini, located in the Greek territory of the Aegean Sea.
A long time ago, there was a PC game called "MYST," and this game is very similar to it, or perhaps it is a tribute to it.
It's a game that requires a bit of brainpower, but it's fun to progress slowly and think carefully.
Tap on suspicious spots to solve the mystery
Although this game does have a tutorial, it is primarily a game for advanced players that requires some brainpower.
When you tap on a spot that looks suspicious, the screen will focus on that area, and you can then match the numbers or align the shapes to arrive at the correct answer and proceed to the next stage.
Extremely simple and beautiful gameplay
In this beautiful blue and white world, players can simply immerse themselves in solving puzzles.
This game has nothing what you might call presentation.
You play through well-crafted puzzles in a world of stunning visuals.
There is nothing unnecessary and the music creates a comfortable Aegean atmosphere.
I chose this game not so much because of its beautiful visuals, but because its world view is simple and beautiful.
MONUMENT VALLEY
~A girl's story set in a world of trick art~
MONUMENT VALLEY is a very beautiful and mysterious game.
I was captivated by the simple visual worldview.
The character is an extremely simplified girl, but the way she is portrayed is very detailed and beautiful.
And above all, what makes this game so appealing is the artistry behind the superb visual illusions.
Move and manipulate trick art
This is a puzzle(?) game in which you clear stages filled with various trick art.
The trick art itself can be changed by dragging suspicious areas, and it is an extremely simple game that can be cleared by leading the main character to the goal.
The visual effects are well done, and it's fun to wonder what kind of tricks each stage will bring.
The difficulty level itself is not that hard, and all the puzzles can be solved if you think carefully, so anyone can enjoy them.
MONUMENT VALLEY has released two sequel series, including this one.
The pinnacle of simplicity! And that's why it's so beautiful
From a design standpoint, this game is notable for its artistic excellence.
Each stage is beautifully designed and the details of the movements are very neat.
The protagonist's small movements and gestures are all detailed and expressive.
And above all, the musical worldview is beautiful, and players will become immersed in the high musicality as they solve the mysteries.
Why not enjoy the world of beautiful trick art and designs that are completely free of waste?
Disney Music Parade
~A simple rhythm game, yet beautiful~
The last one on my list is Disney Music Pareto.
This game looks absolutely gorgeous, and the beautiful graphics alone are enough to capture the gambling urge of users.
The core element of this game is the music, which is absolutely spine-tingling and fantastic.
Just tap along to the music
The gameplay is very simple.
The parade moves through a stage with many ups and downs accompanied by beautiful music.
Round marks will appear in time with the music, so all you have to do is tap or drag them in time.
You can also choose the difficulty level, making it enjoyable even for those who aren't good at rhythm games.
In addition, the basic gameplay is similar to other companies' traditional games, such as being able to draw your favorite character using gacha and drawing the same character multiple times to strengthen it, making it easy to get used to.
A classic song beautifully refined!
The best thing about this game is that you can play a variety of famous Disney songs as a rhythm game.
Famous songs such as "Beauty and Beast" from Beauty and the Beast and "A Whole New World" from Aladdin have been beautifully refined into dance music, making you really excited while playing the game.
My first impression was that the graphics and music were very brilliant.
But the gameplay is very simple and beautiful.
So this game is one I highly recommend.
Summary
We've selected five games based on the theme of "simple and beautiful." What do you think?
Did you find a game that you think will be your favorite?
All of these games are so beautiful, and you'll definitely be drawn in by the visuals and music.
These games have a different kind of freshness to them than Warriors, Monster Hunter, or Uma Musume, so why not try enriching your weekend or train commute with them?
These are the top 5 "simple and beautiful" games selected by a former hardcore gamer!
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