Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure review - ingenious challenges with the lightest of touches
Arranger blends puzzling and exploration with wraparound screen mechanics, featuring compact puzzles and charming art by David Hellman.
Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure intertwines puzzling and exploration with a wraparound screen mechanic, following the story of Jemma. She navigates a world of grid-based movement where objects and enemies wrap around with her, forming the core of the puzzles. The game introduces obstacles such as immovable boulders and locked items, which Jemma must strategically maneuver around using the wraparound mechanic.
The journey escalates to include combat, escort missions, and fishing mini-games, offering diverse gameplay elements. Players engage in both single-screen puzzles and larger, connected paths, always using their wit and ingenuity to advance. David Hellman's art adds a captivating charm, enhancing the overall experience with detailed, cartoon-like visuals.
Accessibility options allow players to rebind keys, adjust screenshake, and change text size, providing a customizable experience. A playful script and engaging puzzles encourage experimentation and discovery. Arranger's compact and varied challenges ensure a delightful and innovative adventure.