Piczle Cross Adventure

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"Piczle Cross Adventure" is a puzzle-adventure game where players help a lost alien named Ghibli return to his spaceship by solving picross-style pixel art puzzles. The game features over 500 puzzles and an open world to explore, with various environments and characters. As players solve puzzles, they uncover clues and items to progress through the story and unlock new areas.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 128 reviews

story23 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game combines engaging nonogram puzzles with a charming adventure storyline, making it enjoyable for both casual and seasoned players.
It features a variety of customization options and accessibility features, allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferences.
The pixel art and music create a delightful atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience of solving puzzles.

Some players found the puzzles to be too simple and lacking in challenge, especially for experienced nonogram enthusiasts.
There are several bugs and control issues, particularly with mouse navigation and cursor responsiveness, which can detract from the gameplay experience.
The story, while cute, is often seen as unnecessary padding that slows down the puzzle-solving process.

story
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
56%
5%
The game's story is described as charming and light-hearted, providing a fun backdrop for the nonogram puzzles without overshadowing the gameplay. While some players found the narrative minimal and juvenile, others appreciated its humor and whimsical nature, likening it to a cartoon episode. Overall, the story enhances the experience, offering context and motivation for puzzle-solving, though it is not the main focus of the game.
- “This is a great classic picross/nonogram game with a very cute storyline making it stand out among all the others.”
- “The game's unique blend of nonogram puzzles and an engaging adventure story sets it apart from other puzzle games.”
- “Great puzzles, made even better by the story and adventure surrounding them.”
- “The story is meh, but obviously not a centerpoint.”
- “The story framing the puzzles might be cute for kids but otherwise feels like padding.”
- “Now, I wouldn't really say this game has a 'story' per se; some stuff happens, sure, but if the story was removed it wouldn't really change anything.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it catchy and fitting the cute pixel art style. However, the soundtrack is somewhat repetitive, with only a few tracks cycling during gameplay, and there are complaints about the lack of sound options, particularly regarding volume control. Overall, while the music enhances the experience, some players noted issues with stuttering and a few less favorable tracks.
- “It's pretty cute with fun pixel art, and some of the music is pretty catchy too, and the story is silly enough to keep things going.”
- “The art style works great with the game, the music is very catchy and the puzzles are fun to solve.”
- “Add the charming pixel graphics, catchy music & funny dialogue and you got yourself a good formula.”
- “There are also only like 3 songs that cycle through when you solve the puzzles.”
- “There's no real sound options; it's either on or off, which is annoying because I actually kind of like the song that plays when you're doing the puzzles, but it's loud as hell.”
- “You can't only turn on or off the music and sounds, but not adjust the volume.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their charming pixel art style and attention to detail, enhancing the overall experience of solving puzzles. While many players appreciate the retro aesthetic and the ability to customize visual settings, some found the visuals to be oversaturated and distracting. Overall, the combination of appealing graphics and catchy music contributes to a fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “The art style works great with the game, the music is very catchy and the puzzles are fun to solve.”
- “Add the charming pixel graphics, catchy music, and funny dialogue, and you've got yourself a good formula.”
- “The game itself has a good retro style graphic with a charming and funny story.”
- “While fine in its own right, the visuals were oversaturated and hurt my eyes, and the sound design was intrusive.”
- “The story is pretty minimal but charming, and I love the old school graphics.”
- “The art style is charming and full of little details.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a charming and humorous storyline, complemented by witty dialogue and quirky character interactions that add to its appeal. Players appreciate the blend of cute pixel art and catchy music, with many jokes being clever enough to entertain adults while remaining accessible to younger audiences. Overall, the humor enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable and engaging.
- “I went in blind—expecting just classic nonograms, but was pleasantly surprised to find a charming 2D game with a humorous storyline.”
- “Add the charming pixel graphics, catchy music, and funny dialogue, and you've got yourself a good formula.”
- “A lot of the jokes and details of the story are actually funny and probably too complex for children to fully understand them.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay in "Piczle Cross Adventure" offers a mix of enjoyable puzzle-solving with over 100 nonograms, appealing to fans of the genre, though it may feel tedious for those unfamiliar with nonograms due to limited mechanics and tools. While the story mechanics and light minigames add some fun, the overall experience may not cater well to a broader audience, as it lacks depth beyond the puzzles. Players have noted some usability issues with controls, particularly when using a trackpad.
- “The story mechanics are fun, even with a few light minigames tossed in.”
- “Featuring over 100 puzzles, Piczle Cross Adventure offers hours of entertaining gameplay that requires critical thinking and strategy.”
- “Mechanically, I mostly had no issues using a trackpad instead of a mouse or controller, though I did have some problems scrolling through the logbook.”
- “Don’t expect deep and fleshed out mechanics.”
- “I think this game does not know who it is targeted for. For people that don't know nonograms or have no interest in them, it is tiresome, since there is little gameplay outside of the puzzles. For people that like nonograms, the lack of tools makes the puzzle solving longer than it needs to be.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players note that while the game is enjoyable, it suffers from some tedious backtracking and a lack of fast travel options, which can make progression feel grindy at times. However, there are no grinding achievements, suggesting that the game does not require excessive repetition for completion. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as manageable but could benefit from improvements.
- “Grinding achievements: no”
- “The amount of backtracking you have to do is a bit tedious, and a fast travel option would have been appreciated.”
- “The game has some enjoyable aspects, but the grinding can feel excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing occasional lag and minor bugs that affect overall performance.
- “The only problem I have with the game is the optimization; sometimes it's a bit laggy, and there are a few minor bugs.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the charming and relatable protagonist, Score-chan, whose playful interactions with Gig evoke a nostalgic, wholesome vibe reminiscent of Saturday morning cartoons. The unexpected villainess twist adds a humorous and endearing layer to the narrative, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “Score-chan is a very fun and likable protagonist, and their little quips with Gig give off a wholesome Saturday morning cartoon style charm that I can't help but love. The villainess twist at the end is funny and almost kind of endearing, to be honest!”