80
GNOG is an excellent title and well worth anyone’s time. It takes excellent advantage of the PlayStation VR functionality to produce something beautiful and striking, both visually and aurally. While it could potentially benefit from some extra puzzles and a bit more polishing, it is still a solid title and worthy addition to your PlayStation VR library.
70
It's a gorgeously constructed fusion of puzzling and subtle storytelling with a final stage that hints at the complexity KO_OP might achieve if it ever gets around to making a sequel. [Issue#189, p.79]
80
Even if you spend ages noodling around there, Gnog won’t last you very long. [August 2017, p77]
6
The art style and the music are well done. If you are in the mood for trial and error clicking around than this game is for you. Not my cup of tea.
8
Gnog is a well made, relaxing VR game. Simple to pick up and play. Cute and creative characters/visuals. I thought the puzzles were well made and they felt satisfying to solve. Not too hard/not too easy. Also, I thought the amount of content was satisfying enough.
6
Visually, this game is charming and whimsically beautiful. The game-play is compelling, you want to explore these heads and their space; to touch all of the moving parts and to see what the reaction is. I'd like to see harder puzzles and more content. The game only took an hour to beat which is disappointing because I was hoping for a ramp-ing degree of difficulty. They also could have added levels to the game or more heads to add content, overall a pretty short game even.
GNOG
Released On:
May 2, 2017
Metascore
Generally Favorable
77
User score
Mixed or Average
7.0
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
77
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May 4, 2017
90
I’ve rarely been as delighted in simply immersing myself into a game as I’ve been with GNOG.
May 30, 2017
80
The charming oddity of GNOG makes for a fun and stress-free gaming experience. It's fitting that Double Fine published the title as it feels right at home with Schafer and company’s collection of unique downloadable games, like Stacked and The Cave. The added VR functionality is neat, but the game doesn’t use it enough to justify its purchase strictly as a VR game. As a side note, I added it to my list of games that I’d demonstrate when showing off VR primarily for its soothing and nausea-free experience. At $15, it is a predictably short game that doesn’t offer much replay value (beyond trophies), but the hour or two it took to get through all nine puzzle boxes was a delightful experience that I’m happy to recommend.
User score
Mixed or Average
7.0
57% Positive
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May 12, 2017
10
A beautifully crafted game. Every Gnog is adorable and full of surprises. The colours are masterful, the music delightful and it works amazingly well in VR. The video game equivalent of haute cuisine.
May 3, 2017
9
The only thing that I could ask for is more content. I've been waiting for this game for 3 years and it 100% delivered on expectations. The art, music, and playfulness were spot on. The puzzles themselves ranged from "easy" to "hard", but never "very hard". I never felt a need to seek outside help and never ran into anything that felt unfair. The real shining point of the game was the micro interactions. They were all over. Every little thing had some way to play with it. The music level was amazing! I loved just playing with the sliders and buttons to mess with the beats. I've already played through it twice and am now able to introduce it to my kids and enjoy watching their puzzle solving experiences. It's just such a treat to watch. There's huge replay value in sharing the game with a friend :)
May 3, 2017
80
There’s nothing quite like GNOG out there in design terms , with each monster puzzle box giving the impression of being a toy. The VR aspect is a really nice option that enhances the experience too. However, while GNOG looks and sounds great, it doesn’t generally offer much difficulty, instead happy to almost point out the answers to you. A charming but short and simple puzzle game, it’s nice and accessible to everyone.
Jul 7, 2017
70
It's a gorgeously constructed fusion of puzzling and subtle storytelling with a final stage that hints at the complexity KO_OP might achieve if it ever gets around to making a sequel. [Issue#189, p.79]
May 2, 2017
70
GNOG is the video game equivalent of synesthesia. The bright colors are incredible, the simple, but disgustingly clever, puzzles are perfectly designed, and the experience inside the headset is wonderfully presented. However, it’s just such a bizarre and simple game, without anything new to really help it stand out. That it isn’t for everyone. But if you love gorgeous, modern art-style puzzle experiences that challenge your mind, then GNOG could be just your kind of weird.
May 9, 2017
65
GNOG is a game that defies explanation. It is a weird, abstract puzzle game that has a sense of play and about it, but ultimately leaves you wanting a little more.
Apr 30, 2018
8
Gnog is a well made, relaxing VR game. Simple to pick up and play. Cute and creative characters/visuals. I thought the puzzles were well made and they felt satisfying to solve. Not too hard/not too easy. Also, I thought the amount of content was satisfying enough.
Feb 5, 2019
6
The art style and the music are well done. If you are in the mood for trial and error clicking around than this game is for you. Not my cup of tea.
Jul 26, 2017
6
Visually, this game is charming and whimsically beautiful. The game-play is compelling, you want to explore these heads and their space; to touch all of the moving parts and to see what the reaction is. I'd like to see harder puzzles and more content. The game only took an hour to beat which is disappointing because I was hoping for a ramp-ing degree of difficulty. They also could have added levels to the game or more heads to add content, overall a pretty short game even.
May 5, 2017
6
Anyone giving this an 8+ is nuts. This game (which you can barely call a game) has very little content and very little actual gameplay or challenge. The visuals and audio are enjoyable enough in VR, though it feels like more of a tech demo than an actual game and VR overall doesn't add much to the experience. Rated 10+, but ironically it's probably best suited for those 10 and under.
SummaryGNOG is a 3D puzzle game set in a tactile world of toys and secrets. Point, click, grab, poke, spin, pull, and play with uniquely charming monster heads, and explore the hidden worlds inside them from your couch, or face-to-face in stunning PlayStation VR. Filled with eye-catching designs, playful interactions, and a rich, reactive sound... Read More
Rated E +10for Everyone +10
