Fun, Relaxing, Worth It
I played NYT Vertex every day until they unceremoniously shut it down. I just discovered this app and am beyond thrilled!! The puzzles are really creative and I love the settings options (especially appreciate dark mode and ability to turn off sound). I don’t really get the complaints about ads or “not enough” extra puzzles for premium users. The designers of the puzzles deserve to get paid for their creative work. $25 / year and you are paying like 7 cents for each daily puzzle, not to mention the many, many extra puzzles. That seems worth it to me! One suggestion I have is the option for an “undo” button- sometimes the double tap doesn’t quite work.
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Don’t seem to want paid subscribers
I loved NYT Vertex, and this seemed to be a replacement, but when I try to subscribe, I get the message that in-app purchases are not allowed. Really?
Additionally, the experience is glitchy - trying to move the screen or zoom in or out ends up placing an unintended line. Undoing those lines isn’t obvious - there’s no obvious undo button, and you need to dive into the documentation to know to double tap on the circle (not the line, which is weird).
Additionally, the experience is glitchy - trying to move the screen or zoom in or out ends up placing an unintended line. Undoing those lines isn’t obvious - there’s no obvious undo button, and you need to dive into the documentation to know to double tap on the circle (not the line, which is weird).
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Response from developer
Thanks for the detailed feedback, and sorry for the frustrating experience. Subscriptions are available in the app, and we’re not currently seeing a general issue with in-app purchases. The “in-app purchases are not allowed” message can sometimes be caused by App Store or device restrictions. Please make sure in-app purchases are enabled on your device. If the issue continues, feel free to contact us via our support email so we can look into your subscription issue. Regarding gameplay, the app includes several customizable interaction options in Settings. You can choose to show the Undo button and adjust other gameplay preferences to better match how you like to play. We also appreciate the feedback about accidental lines while panning or zooming, and we’ll continue improving these interactions in future updates. Thanks for giving the app a try, especially as a fellow Vertex fan.
Great game
Relaxing and beautiful results!
Extra games
I enjoy the game, but I don’t like that I can’t access other nodes that I have acquired without purchasing a subscription.
Fun app, not updated often
I really enjoy this app as part of my morning coffee and puzzle time. I do wish it was updated with new puzzles more often, to make it more of a worthwhile monthly purchase.
Not relaxing at all
This game gives me a headache.
Fantastic! Nice distraction from the world
I loved the NYT vertex game. This is like it but with more complexity in the drawings and more triangles to complete. Well worth the teary subscription because it’s a nice distraction from the world.
Hooray!
So happy to have found this! Daily puzzles for me for now but hope to someday support by subscribing.
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Mixed Opinion
The actual puzzle is great. It’s a perfect replacement for NYT Vertex. 5 stars for the gameplay.
I have two issues, one rather large and the reason for only 2 stars (which I will update if resolved). I pay $25/year for this app and it’s been 4 months since they’ve added new puzzles other than the daily puzzle. Seriously, they should be putting out weekly updates with new puzzles.
Second, they added a comment feature that’s more frustrating than useful. I sense that we would build a positive community of Nodes players if we were allowed to reply to each other (like NYT Spelling Bee). As it is, you can make one comment per day. Period. No edits. No notifs. Now, I know the reason why. They are trying to prevent trolling and the need to moderate their comments but I doubt this game draws many teenage boys who enjoy rage baiting. Why not at least give it a chance?
I have two issues, one rather large and the reason for only 2 stars (which I will update if resolved). I pay $25/year for this app and it’s been 4 months since they’ve added new puzzles other than the daily puzzle. Seriously, they should be putting out weekly updates with new puzzles.
Second, they added a comment feature that’s more frustrating than useful. I sense that we would build a positive community of Nodes players if we were allowed to reply to each other (like NYT Spelling Bee). As it is, you can make one comment per day. Period. No edits. No notifs. Now, I know the reason why. They are trying to prevent trolling and the need to moderate their comments but I doubt this game draws many teenage boys who enjoy rage baiting. Why not at least give it a chance?
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Response from developer
Hi, Thanks for your feedback! We’ve been focusing on improving the app’s design and experience — we added puzzle comments, collections, and most recently the American Birds collection, along with many extra puzzles. We’ll continue adding more puzzles and content regularly. Thanks for supporting Nodes, and we hope you enjoy the latest updates! 😊
Get Your Vertex Fix
Great substitute for NYT’s old Vertex game! The puzzles have improved a lot over the past year and are really satisfying to complete. I gave 4 instead of 5 stars because updates with extra puzzles have slowed down, and as a paying user I’d love more to play beyond the daily one.
Vertex RIP!
I FINALLY found my Vertex replacement! Instant annual subscription after completing first puzzle… I only subscribed five minutes ago, but I absolutely love this app already! Smooth UI. Beautiful puzzles. AND dark mode?! Love it!
Perfect game for unwinding
Love this game!! So relaxing and the art is so inspired. Thank you!
Grateful!
Loved Vertex and had hoped someone would continue this puzzle. And Nodes definitely filled the gap, and gave us more. Thank you Nodes creator(s)!
Great if you miss vertex from nyt!
Very enjoyable; puzzles could be harder/the triangles more tailored to add to the image. Also would prefer one time purchase to subscription
Keeps Getting Better
I started using this app when NYT discontinued Vertex. I thought it was an ok replacement at first but there were some features I didn’t love. Several months later after continued updates, I am really happy with Nodes! The puzzles have become much more challenging. The more intricate the better IMO.
My only suggestion now is to put out more puzzles. (I know—I’m greedy!) But seriously…give us more bonus puzzles. I’m a bit bummed when an update adds only a few bonus puzzles (current update added four.)
My only suggestion now is to put out more puzzles. (I know—I’m greedy!) But seriously…give us more bonus puzzles. I’m a bit bummed when an update adds only a few bonus puzzles (current update added four.)
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Beautiful
Fantastic app so far! I just wish there was a background color change option, or a dark mode option. Especially for the dailies, sometimes the stark white background on such beautiful designs takes me out a little. I would love something just a little easier on the eyes in the negative space as I play.
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Response from developer
Thank you for your comment! Yes, we're planning to add dark mode soon!
Awesome
A great game beautiful results!
10000 stars!
Thank you guys so much for making this game! I would give it a 10000 stars rating! I like how it has barely any ads and the pro part? Well, that’s a 10000 star rating too! Because I like how you can do a week, month, or even a year! And I also like the calming music. Thank you for all the hard work you’ve done to make the game. Thank you so much for putting gallons of effort into this game. Thank you. - Maci
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Beautiful!
Absolutely love this app. It’s taken the place of my precious daily vertex and I’m so happy to have it. Very satisfying and intuitive, and the final pictures are really pleasing.
