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GunBlocks - Prologue is a single player tactical platformer game. It was developed by Cookie Engine and was released on January 1, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Tetris with Guns [...] a lovely cutesy style and silly sense of humour."-- Alice O'Connor, Rock Paper Shotgun "GunBlocks combines sidescrolling with tactical tetromino placement."-- Lena LeRay, indiegames.com"GunBlocks is a fun mix of Tetris, Worms, and Terraria."-- Calum 'Hairy' Fraser, Alpha Beta GamerShape the battlefield with bullets and tetrominos You're the new guy onboard the space courie…

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98%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

GunBlocks - Prologue offers a unique blend of Tetris mechanics and turn-based strategy, providing an engaging and innovative gameplay experience.
The game features charming pixel art, humorous dialogue, and a pleasant soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
Despite being a prologue, it showcases potential for future content and has intuitive controls that make it easy to pick up and play.

The game currently lacks a significant amount of content, which may leave players wanting more after the prologue.
Some players have reported issues with balance and gameplay pacing, particularly during tutorial segments that can feel lengthy and restrictive.
There are concerns about limited replayability and some technical issues, such as crashes and clunky controls.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its unique blend of Tetris-like mechanics and turn-based strategy, offering a charming and humorous experience. Players appreciate the simple yet engaging mechanics, detailed levels, and the relaxing nature of the game, despite some initial confusion with its unique features. Overall, the game is seen as a fun and innovative puzzle experience with potential for growth, though it may feel a bit simplistic and lengthy in its tutorial phase.
- “Really fun gameplay, simple mechanics, and funny dialogue.”
- “Charming pixel art and humor, good turn-based worms gameplay with Tetris elements mixed in between the shooting.”
- “The gameplay is a combination of Tetris and a turn-based strategy game and feels really unique.”
- “I found the game confusing at first with all the unique mechanics that I've never seen before, but after a while, I got the hang of it.”
- “There are aspects of the game that will be familiar if you’ve ever played Tetris or tank wars, but the gameplay is so random based on what blocks you get or how your tree grows that this is a very unique game in its own right.”
- “Definite 9 out of 10; the only thing that takes away is it's a bit simple and lengthy for a tutorial, but it does a really good job at explaining a very neat Tetris mechanic.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its funny dialogue, charming characters, and quirky scenarios that enhance the overall experience. Many reviews note that the humor complements the engaging gameplay, making it both enjoyable and relaxing. Overall, the combination of witty writing and delightful pixel art contributes to a lighthearted atmosphere that resonates well with players.
- “Really fun gameplay, simple mechanics, and funny dialogue.”
- “Charming pixel art and humor, good turn-based worms gameplay with Tetris elements mixed in between the shooting.”
- “The dialogue is fun and made me laugh out loud frequently, the levels are very detailed, the gameplay is relaxing (even when I was losing), and you have a little assistant robot to guide you through.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is highly praised for its engaging narrative and innovative integration with gameplay mechanics, drawing comparisons to beloved titles like Fez. Players appreciate the detailed prologue, rich dialogue, and fun characters, which contribute to an intriguing and enjoyable experience. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's appeal alongside its unique blend of genres.
- “A surprisingly fun, innovative approach to Tetris, adventure, and storytelling.”
- “Great story and interesting game mechanics; the art style is similar to Fez, which I love.”
- “The prologue is very detailed and gives you time to get familiar with the story and the gameplay.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their charming pixel art style, reminiscent of titles like Fez, and feature cute characters that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and the relaxing atmosphere created by the visuals, which complement the engaging story and gameplay mechanics. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful experience.
- “The pixelated graphics are very good looking and the controls are very intuitive.”
- “Great story and interesting game mechanics; the art style is similar to Fez, which I love.”
- “The game has a pretty pixel art style and charming characters with lots of funny dialogues.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for complementing its beautiful Tetris and turn-based combat mechanics, enhancing the overall experience with an engaging soundtrack and entertaining writing.
- “The beautiful mix of Tetris and turn-based combat is complemented by entertaining writing and a fantastic soundtrack.”
- “The music in the game perfectly enhances the overall experience, making every moment feel more immersive.”
- “I love how the soundtrack sets the mood for each level, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the gameplay.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its beautiful design, humor, and overall balance, creating an engaging and enjoyable experience for players.
- “I really like the beautiful design, the humor, and the balanced atmosphere of the game.”