Underplayed Gems

The Violinist (2024)

The Violinist cover
Developer
BigBentertainment
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
2.9 of 5, 17 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 32 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Playing feels like calmly following the rhythm of classical music, tapping notes at the right moment with a gentle, rewarding flow.

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What players say

Players appreciate the original idea and classical music focus, but many find the game rough. Common complaints include the charting not following the violin part, minimal feedback when hitting notes, a note lane that is too small, and bugged keymapping that makes controls frustrating. The tuning minigame is seen as a cute gimmick that quickly becomes tedious.

Screenshots

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