Destructoid writes: "Right off the bat, I'm just going to say it: Chime is an utterly compelling, aesthetically minimalistic puzzle game that rides the cusp of being entirely fantastic, faltering only at its lack of options. When it comes to presentation and polish, Chime is lovely. It's quiet and subdued throughout its menus, and there is an uplifting feel to the game."
It almost feels like cheating, knowing you're getting such a fun game in exchange for a charitable donation. Chime provides a fun experience that while very derivative doesn't feel dull. If you're a music-puzzler fan or have a bleeding heart this is a fun bite-sized game that caters to your interests. Though, if you're the type that absolutely must separate the game from the charity (read: don't have a heart) then you may find the game shallow and unrewarding.
Examiner.com
"Chime was released as part of a charity effort where 60% of the revenues go to international children's charities. At only 400 MS Points ($5) on Xbox Live Arcade, Chime is a surprisingly well put together albeit brief game."
Ace Gamez writes: "Do you feel like making the world a better place today? Zoe Mode's music-based block puzzler Chime is the first charity title released by non-profit publisher OneBigGame. The game costs 400MS and 60% of your payment is donated to either Save the Children or Starlight Children's Foundation. Good times. Although the game is cheap, I imagine a lot of gamers will be turned off by the word 'charity' as it may imply that the game isn't that good, but in fact it's fantastic, well up there with other notable Xbox Live Arcade music titles such as Lumines! and Every Extend Extra Extreme. Chime puts an incredibly fresh spin on the genre, delivering an experience that is as addictive as it is mesmerising."
