Picross Fairytale
- June 19, 2018
- Somer Games
Get on Steam"Picross Fairytale" is a captivating nonogram puzzle game with a fairytale twist, where you help Red Ridinghood and the Lumberjack solve the mystery of their parents' disappearance. With 200 levels across 5 vivid worlds, this game offers a delightful combination of picture logic and fantasy storytelling. Enjoy the simple interface, stunning visuals, and intriguing mini-games as you strengthen your logical thinking skills.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a large number of well-designed puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge for players.
- The pixel art and thematic backgrounds are visually appealing, and the soothing soundtrack enhances the overall experience.
- Many players found the game to be addictive and enjoyable, offering a relaxing way to engage with nonogram puzzles.
- The game includes microtransactions for hints, which many players found frustrating and felt detracted from the overall experience.
- It lacks several quality of life features common in other nonogram games, such as an undo button and the ability to highlight completed rows and columns.
- The user interface is clunky and not well-optimized for PC, leading to difficulties in gameplay and navigation.
- story15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally viewed as weak and fragmented, with many players finding it unclear and lacking relevance to the gameplay. While some appreciate the artistic elements accompanying the story, most agree that it feels superfluous and is overshadowed by the puzzle mechanics and microtransactions. Overall, the narrative is described as overly simple and not engaging enough to enhance the gaming experience.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“All in all, fun game and storyline.”
“If you want some kind of intelligible story associated with them, look elsewhere.”
“It's very flimsy and I don't know why they bothered to try but didn't even make the puzzle pictures story relevant.”
“The story is overly simple, but the backdrop is nice and it adds a little theme instead of just being a pile of puzzles.”
- music14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and soothing, enhancing the overall ambiance with its enchanting quality. However, some players find it repetitive and potentially depressing after extended play, suggesting that it may be better enjoyed at lower volumes or for shorter sessions. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the experience, its limited variety may detract from long-term enjoyment.
“Visually, the pixel art and thematic backgrounds are enchanting, while the soothing soundtrack adds to the magical ambiance.”
“If you like picross puzzles, this is a pretty good game with nice background music.”
“The background music is nice (if not somewhat repetitive).”
“I like the sound effects, and I have turned off the music, but still the music plays after a completed level.”
“Relaxing elevator music.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- monetization12 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism for its inclusion of microtransactions, particularly in a paid title, which many reviewers found frustrating and reminiscent of free-to-play mobile games. Players expressed dissatisfaction with the reliance on microtransactions for hints and other features, detracting from the overall experience. While some noted that the microtransactions were not overly intrusive, the general sentiment leans towards disapproval of their presence in a paid game.
“There are some remnants of typical free-to-play mechanics (2000 coins every 24 hours) and microtransactions, but they didn't bother me too much.”
“Microtransactions in a cheaply made paid puzzle game on Steam?”
“Microtransactions in a paid game is horrid, even on sale.”
“Do yourself a favor when considering this game - ignore the superfluous story, disregard the pointless tile matching mini games, and try not to be irritated by the prominent mobile game microtransactions trying to get you to buy hints you probably won't need.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered low quality, with no options for resolution or customization, which disappoints PC gamers expecting higher visual standards. While some users find the visuals acceptable, they lack the polish and detail typically associated with PC titles, leading to an overall underwhelming experience.
“Too bad because the graphics look good and the music sounds well enough though a bit repetitive after all as it only consists of one track.”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and offers a unique blend of classic puzzle mechanics with a fairy-tale theme, though it lacks the polish of some competitors. While it features typical free-to-play elements and microtransactions, these aspects are not overly intrusive.
“In summary, it's a captivating and unique puzzle game that combines classic puzzle mechanics with a fairy-tale touch.”
“As far as the gameplay goes, it doesn't feel as polished as some of the competitors.”
“There are some remnants of typical free-to-play mechanics (2000 coins every 24 hours) and microtransactions, but they didn't bother me too much.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as it often leads to repetitive searching for missed numbers and potential moves. The design of many puzzles contributes to this frustration, and the monetization of hints is viewed as an unreasonable addition to the experience.
“Without it, this game becomes a lot more tedious than it needs to be, and you might find yourself squinting at the screen, looking up and down, left to right over and over, trying to find what numbers you have missed and where the next possible move is.”
“Many of the puzzles are tediously designed, and the fact that they monetize hints is absurd.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as ironic and frustrating, with players finding the situation of hints not working and achievements not unlocking to be more disappointing than amusing. While there is potential for humor, it often falls flat due to the game's shortcomings, leaving players feeling let down rather than entertained.
“The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch! I found myself laughing out loud at the clever dialogue and hilarious situations.”
“The quirky characters and their witty banter kept me entertained throughout the entire game. It's a refreshing take on humor in gaming!”
“I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously. The absurd scenarios and funny references made for a delightful experience.”
