Crew 167: The Grand Block Odyssey
- April 8, 2020
- oddbreeze
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Crew 167: The Grand Block Odyssey" , embark on a puzzle-filled interstellar journey to secure a backup plan for a climate-ravaged home planet. Solve 75 satisfying block-pushing puzzles, each with new mechanics subtly introduced for an engaging challenge. Experience a psychological and atmospheric story through cinematic cutscenes, as your character's mental health is put to the test in deep space. Get immersed in voice-acted cutscenes and face the games within your mind.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Challenging and clever Sokoban puzzle mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
- Good voice acting and an intriguing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- Offers accessibility features and allows players to choose between solving fewer puzzles or tackling more for a greater challenge.
- Mediocre story and visuals, with some areas feeling poorly executed.
- Some puzzles can only be solved in one specific way, which can lead to frustration and lengthy breaks.
- Lack of comprehensive guides for later levels may hinder casual players.
- story28 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it mediocre yet engaging due to unexpected twists and good voice acting, while others feel it lacks depth and could benefit from a simpler narrative. Overall, the story is described as interesting and well-integrated with gameplay, motivating players to progress through puzzles, though opinions vary on its execution and complexity.
“Really cool storyline and nicely voiced.”
“I really enjoyed the story; gameplay was smooth with good story progression.”
“Interesting puzzle game, the difficulty curve is well done and the story makes you want to see the end.”
“The place that is really quite poor (and I really wish they had done nothing rather than what they did) is the story.”
“It... exists but really I think if they had given it a simpler story it would have been better.”
“The story is interesting and not far from where we could be heading.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its clever puzzles and innovative mechanics that are introduced progressively, allowing players to learn without tutorials. The game offers a fresh experience with each new area, combining challenging puzzles with an engaging storyline, resulting in approximately 2-3 hours of playtime depending on individual solving skills. Overall, it is well-suited for those who enjoy intricate puzzles and easy-to-learn mechanics.
“New mechanics are introduced in most areas, which makes the puzzles feel fresh.”
“Great mechanics, clever puzzles, and a unique storyline to move us along.”
“If you like challenging puzzles paired with easy-to-learn mechanics and an intriguing story, then you will have a good time with this game.”
“You get around 2-3 hours of gameplay depending on your solving skills.”
“Instead, the puzzles ramp up while teaching you the mechanics.”
“Great puzzle game that combines different mechanics in a clever way.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game received mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack for enhancing the atmosphere and fitting well with the story, while others found it detrimental to the experience, leading them to mute it. Overall, the soundtrack is recommended by those who appreciated its contribution to the game's immersive quality.
“The intriguing atmosphere kept me spellbound throughout the game, thanks to the soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack fit very well, I recommend it!”
“Music is really awesome, very fitting with the story that your character is going through.”
“The music actively made the game worse and I ended up muting it.”
“The music actively made the game worse and I ended up muting it.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with many players noting that the captivating soundtrack significantly enhances the experience. It effectively combines elements of intrigue and immersion, making it a standout choice for fans of both puzzle games and atmospheric storytelling.
“The intriguing atmosphere kept me spellbound throughout the game, thanks to the soundtrack.”
“I tend to play only puzzle games or games with great atmosphere, and this has both.”
“The atmosphere is great.”
