Mosaic of The Pharaohs

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Mosaic of The Pharaohs is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Mark Ffrench and was released on March 28, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Mosaic of The Pharaohs is a meditative digital cross-stitch puzzle where you complete a vast 60,000+ piece grid inspired by Ancient Egypt. Using numbered clues similar to minesweeper, you reveal a stunning collage while discovering nearly 100 fascinating facts about Egyptian myths, gods, monuments, and explorers. Enjoy hours of relaxing, addictive gameplay with a soothing soundtrack and achievements to unlock.

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music11 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing and meditative experience, making it perfect for playing while listening to podcasts or audiobooks.
Players appreciate the engaging puzzle design and the interesting historical facts about ancient Egypt that are revealed as they progress.
The visuals and pixel art are stunning, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.

Some players find the puzzles to be too easy and lacking in challenge, which can lead to a repetitive gameplay experience.
There are compatibility issues on the Steam Deck, making it unplayable for some users until fixed.
The music and color palette received mixed reviews, with some players feeling that the music was not fitting and the colors were unappealing.

music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the calming and thematic background music, others find it distracting or unrelated to the gameplay, often opting to play with it turned off. Several users express a desire for the soundtrack to be available as DLC, highlighting its quality despite personal preferences. Overall, the music contributes positively to the ambiance, making it a suitable companion for casual play.
- “The final mosaic is very nice looking, and a definite plus is the music background: I would definitely just buy the OST as DLC if it comes out!”
- “The soundtrack on this one is also great.”
- “Featuring a relaxed ambiance and calming music, it’s a great time killer, ideal for short bursts throughout the day.”
- “As with the previous games in this series, I am not a fan of the music for this game, but that isn't really a big deal for this type of game.”
- “I usually just play with the music off for these kinds of games.”
- “The soundtrack doesn’t really know what tone to set - jumping from 'bustling marketplace' to 'mysterious sci-fi' - and had to be quickly turned off.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a familiar blend of minesweeper mechanics and puzzle-solving, reminiscent of the developer's previous titles, with a focus on a new Egyptian theme. While many players find the gameplay addictively simple and enjoyable, some express a desire for more innovative mechanics, noting that the core experience can feel repetitive over time. Overall, it offers a meditative and engaging experience, particularly for fans of large picross puzzles.
- “A fun puzzle game with zen gameplay.”
- “Addictively simple gameplay.”
- “With stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a meditative atmosphere, it creates an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt that is sure to delight players of all skill levels.”
- “It is basically the same gameplay as the developer's other games, Proverbs, Mega Mosaic, and 2024 Mosaic Retrospective, but now it's all about Egypt.”
- “This is a minesweeper game at its core, with no new mechanics or twists.”
- “Admittedly, these games are ones that I would recommend spacing out over a longer period of time as the core gameplay remains unchanged.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their nice artwork and attention to detail, particularly in depicting ancient Egypt, which enhances the immersive experience. Players appreciate the retro visuals and the aesthetic appeal of the mosaic that unfolds as they progress, although some early levels may not leave a strong impression due to their simplicity. Overall, the stunning visuals contribute to an engaging and meditative atmosphere, making the journey through the game memorable for players of all skill levels.
- “The attention to detail in these visuals creates an immersive experience, drawing players deeper into the world of the game.”
- “With stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a meditative atmosphere, it creates an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt that is sure to delight players of all skill levels.”
- “The historical information when you complete each section, and retro visuals are a nice touch.”
- “The huge map is shown for aesthetics: there is nothing connecting the various levels, and the levels, of different shapes and sizes, are just solved individually.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the visuals.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the controls are smooth and responsive, allowing for efficient tile manipulation. However, the undo feature has some bugs, particularly when switching between marking and unmarking tiles.
- “The controls are smooth, but the undo feature is buggy when mixing marking and unmarking tiles.”
- “I frequently experience crashes during gameplay, which severely impacts my enjoyment.”
- “The game often freezes, forcing me to restart and lose my progress.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for lacking a cohesive narrative, with players feeling more like archeologists exploring ancient artifacts rather than engaging in a meaningful overarching plot. Many reviewers expressed a desire for a more developed storyline to enhance the experience.
- “The writing is engaging, as you play an archaeologist uncovering ancient secrets.”
- “I would have loved to see an overarching story rather than just exploring an Egyptian mosaic.”
- “The writing lacks an actual story; you're just playing as an archaeologist uncovering ancient secrets.”
- “I would have loved to have an overarching story instead of just being presented with an Egyptian mosaic and told to have fun.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by stunning visuals and a meditative quality, immersing players in an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt that appeals to all skill levels.
- “With stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a meditative atmosphere, it creates an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt that is sure to delight players of all skill levels.”

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Mosaic of The Pharaohs is a casual puzzle game.

Mosaic of The Pharaohs is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Mosaic of The Pharaohs was released on March 28, 2025.

Mosaic of The Pharaohs was developed by Mark Ffrench.

Mosaic of The Pharaohs has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its stability.

Mosaic of The Pharaohs is a single player game.

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