PEG

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PEG is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Arzola's and was released on October 9, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

Peg is a minimalist take to the traditional solitaire game of the same name. The goal of the game is to leave two pieces on the board (one of each color) by following the rule: "Blue eats blue, red eats red." A puzzler that is deceptively simple but hard to master.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 115 reviews

music11 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

PEG offers a simple yet engaging puzzle experience with a good variety of levels and daily challenges, making it a great value for its low price.
The game features relaxing music and pleasant graphics, creating a soothing atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.
Players appreciate the increasing difficulty of puzzles, which encourages strategic thinking and provides a satisfying sense of achievement upon completion.

As a mobile app port, PEG suffers from technical limitations and a lack of depth, which may disappoint PC gamers expecting more complex gameplay.
Some players find the trial-and-error nature of the puzzles frustrating, as solutions can feel non-intuitive and lead to repeated failures.
The simplistic graphics and interface may not meet the expectations of those looking for a more polished or visually appealing gaming experience.

music
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, with multiple tracks available for players to choose from, enhancing the overall zen experience. While some users noted that the music can become repetitive over time, it generally complements the pleasant graphics and engaging puzzles well. The inclusion of volume controls and customization options further enriches the audio experience, making it suitable for both casual play and longer sessions.
- “The relaxing soundtrack is a standout.”
- “The peaceful music is, indeed, very calming.”
- “The music is relaxing and well suited to the zen-like feeling of doing something thoughtful.”
- “Music's a bit grating after a while and there could be more prompts/text/instruction and practice (it just throws you straight into a tutorial that isn't really a tutorial), but the game is ok for a little IQ flexing.”
- “The music, whilst repetitive, remains relaxing and does not grow overly stale with moderate play sessions.”
- “There are volume sliders, resolution options, windowed mode, various music tracks, background options, statistics (moves, levels completed, dailies completed, game time), and my favorite: speed settings, plural, because you can customize separately how fast you want pegs to move and the level complete animation to play.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally described as simplistic and lacking polish, with 2D art assets that do not significantly improve with resolution adjustments. While some users appreciate the pleasant and minimalist aesthetic, others note the stilted animations and overall lack of graphical depth, leading to a mixed reception regarding visual quality.
- “It's a simple concept with pleasant graphics and a relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Music is lovely, graphics are nice on the eyes, achievements work.”
- “Simple in rules, soothing atmosphere, attractive visuals... all in all, a lovely puzzle game in a nice minimalist package.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the mobile app, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the mobile app, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
- “These are definitely wooden pegs, as the lack of polish from the simplistic graphics to the stilted animation are regrettably noticeable.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging mechanic that involves strategically eliminating colored pegs across various puzzle layouts. While the core gameplay remains consistent throughout the nearly 130 levels, some players find it can become tedious over time despite its initial appeal. Overall, it offers a classic puzzle experience that challenges players to think ahead with each move.
- “A simple mechanic with some hidden complexities.”
- “Nice little game with a simple idea and gameplay, but if you like puzzles - buy it.”
- “The gameplay is simple; you have to think about the first move and the next moves that are needed to eliminate the pegs. More importantly, you need to leave the pegs close to each other to finish with only one of each color. Seems easy?”
- “While the handful of layouts do provide some fresh angles, the gameplay itself remains unchanged throughout the hundreds of puzzles.”
- “The gameplay is simple; you have to think about the first move and the next moves needed to eliminate the pegs. More importantly, you need to leave the pegs close to each other to finish with only one of each color. Seems easy?”
- “This seems quite obvious, but there are other puzzle games that don't have those elements, and the gameplay feels tedious after playing for a while.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through daily levels that unlock after completing 80 puzzles, allowing players to engage in infinite casual play without repeating previous puzzles. Additionally, the inclusion of multiple boards that reset daily adds further variety and challenge, enhancing the overall replay value.
- “Once dailies are unlocked, which requires completing 80 puzzle levels, the dailies provide infinite replayability without having to redo puzzles you have already completed.”
- “Daily levels afford some degree of replayability (somewhat akin to the Hexcell series) and remain enjoyable for casual play.”
- “Unlike the other minimalist puzzle games I have played, this game is based on an already established game, which is peg solitaire. This game is quite cheap for the number of levels and replayability it offers, and it can be fairly difficult at times.”
- “On top of these, there are 4 different boards that reset every day with different puzzle combinations. I'm not sure how many unique puzzles this really adds, but it's a ton of extra replayability.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that the game features a gradual increase in puzzle difficulty without becoming tedious or repetitive, avoiding excessive grinding or achievement spam. This balance contributes to a more engaging and enjoyable gameplay experience compared to other puzzle games that may feel monotonous over time.
- “But without either a massive amount of achievement spam or grinding.”
- “This seems quite obvious, but there are other puzzle games that don't have those things, and the gameplay feels tedious after playing for a while.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "peg!" is highly praised for its engaging narrative, which complements the game's parkour mechanics and realistic environments, making it a compelling experience for players who appreciate strong storytelling.
- “If you enjoy parkour, hyper-realistic simulated wooden boards, and great storylines, check out Peg!”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to care about their motivations or outcomes.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real emotional impact.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of Peg has been criticized as a cash grab, with users highlighting its origins as a mobile app rather than a genuine PC game. Reviewers describe it as a lazy imitation of classic games like Chinese checkers and peg solitaire, suggesting that the developers prioritize profit over quality.
- “Peg is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game. It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. This mobile app is a lazy ripoff of Chinese checkers and peg solitaire, where you move pegs around a number of set boards by swiping your finger on your iPhone screen.”
- “The monetization strategy is incredibly aggressive, pushing players to spend money at every turn. It feels like the game is designed more to extract cash than to provide a fun experience.”
- “I was disappointed to find that the game locks essential features behind a paywall, making it nearly impossible to enjoy without spending real money.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its soothing music, attractive visuals, and minimalist design, creating a calming and enjoyable experience for players. The combination of simple rules and a well-crafted aesthetic enhances the overall appeal of this puzzle game.
- “That's like hexagonal minesweeper and works along the screen neatly with good atmospheric music.”
- “Simple in rules, soothing atmosphere, attractive visuals... all in all, a lovely puzzle game in a nice minimalist package.”