Pixel Puzzle Collection

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Pixel Puzzle Collection is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Konami and was released on October 9, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Pixel Puzzle Collection" is a free, nostalgic puzzle game featuring iconic characters from games like Frogger, Contra, and Castlevania. The game offers picture puzzles similar to coloring books, with pixel logic puzzles that use numbers and easy logic to reveal colorful images. With boss puzzle challenges and the chance to collect and complete jumbo pixel art pieces, this game is perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and classic gaming fans.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,258 reviews

music95 positive mentions

monetization265 negative mentions

Great nostalgic experience with classic Konami characters and music.
Fun and engaging puzzles with a good variety of difficulty levels.
Completely free with minimal ads, providing a solid gameplay experience.

The 3-hour wait time for boss puzzles after completing all normal puzzles is frustrating.
Controls can be unresponsive at times, especially on larger puzzles.
No option to save progress across devices, leading to potential loss of game data.

monetization
313 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
6%
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The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with most users appreciating the minimal and non-intrusive ads, which primarily promote other Konami titles. Many players express a desire for an option to pay to remove ads entirely, as the game is free and lacks in-app purchases or video ads. Overall, the game offers a solid experience with unobtrusive advertising, making it a standout in the genre.
- “Fun, addicting game without microtransactions.”
- “Fantastic puzzle game that's absolutely free... no ads or in-app purchases - just a pure labor of love to Konami fans!”
- “A solid picross title and free of microtransactions!”
- “The pop-up ads stop the experience from the game and it's unpleasing.”
- “Was a great little game with tons of puzzles; was updated in 2021 to include ads.”
- “The ads are a bit obnoxious.”
music
166 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
40%
3%
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic appeal, featuring classic chiptune tracks from Konami's iconic titles, which enhance the overall experience. However, many users note that the selection is limited and repetitive, with requests for more variety and the ability to choose specific tracks. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The soundtrack matches the art and features great tracks from various Konami 8-bit titles.”
- “Fantastic soundtrack that makes me nostalgic.”
- “Great fun solving a Bomberman graphic while listening to classic Castlevania music playing in the background.”
- “The music selection is limited and not very well matched to the category, so you hear the same tracks over and over.”
- “The sound design is awful, and the music is just repetitive 10-second 8-bit music loops that don't match the mood at all.”
- “Really good overall, but I hope they add some more music in and also the ability to select which songs you want to hear.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging and nostalgic puzzle mechanics, particularly the boss puzzle feature, though some users find it needs refinement. Players appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, smooth controls, and the game's ability to provide a satisfying experience without a paywall. Overall, the gameplay is described as intuitive, fun, and a solid introduction to the picross genre, despite minor criticisms regarding certain mechanics and pacing.
- “I really like the boss puzzle mechanic where you are occasionally able to solve a larger puzzle that is itself a piece to an even bigger image.”
- “This is puzzle gaming the way it should be: it's timed, but not time-dependent; the only ads are for another Konami game and are not excessive; gameplay is simple yet entertaining.”
- “Polished and fun gameplay with some serious video game nostalgia thrown in, this is a great introduction to the picross-nonogram universe that has a killer chiptune soundtrack to boot.”
- “New gameplay mode added but no one knows where it is.”
- “Honestly, if the boss cooldown served any mechanical purpose, it'd be less annoying.”
- “When a game has more time in ads than actual gameplay, you messed up.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
62%
9%
The graphics in this puzzle game are praised for their nostalgic 8-bit aesthetic, featuring clean pixel art and classic visuals sourced from Konami's retro games. Players appreciate the charming retro style and the integration of familiar music, enhancing the overall experience, although some find the interface and certain graphical elements to be outdated or amateurish. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the nostalgic appeal of the game, making it a worthwhile option for fans of classic video games.
- “The graphics are everything they promise to be.”
- “Very clean graphics and pixel art from some of my favorite Konami classic games.”
- “I really appreciate it has 'old school' kind of graphics, takes me back to the classics, a much nostalgic trip =)”
- “Sounds and graphics are outdated... we're not in the 1980s and only 5x5 grids... no way to select levels, etc... very amateur game programming.”
- “Annoying graphics interface.”
- “This is a simple picross game with a charming retro aesthetic.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to long wait times for boss puzzles to refresh and a lack of options to expedite progress, such as paying to remove timers. The presence of frequent ads further detracts from the experience, making the overall gameplay feel cumbersome despite some positive elements.
- “So you may end up burning through the game only to end up playing once every 3 hours, which can be really tedious.”
- “Really tedious and no option to pay money to remove timers or anything.”
- “Making me wait 3 hours to clear a boss puzzle square seems tedious.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game offers significant replayability, particularly through the addition of an expert mode and the challenge of completing all puzzles. However, some express frustration with the unlocking process, feeling that the need to replay easier levels to access harder ones can detract from the experience. Overall, the game is seen as fun and engaging enough to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “It takes a long time to complete all the puzzles, so replayability is not a problem.”
- “Fun and replayability.”
- “A suggestion to make it more playable would be to make the X marks a priority.”
- “Expert mode adds a layer of replayability after completing the game for the first time.”
- “Unlocking takes a while... I don't want to have to do so many easy levels to unlock harder ones, but I guess that's the replayability.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that while the game has potential for humor, the text accompanying unlockable pictures could be enhanced to make it more engaging and funny. Overall, there is a desire for more creativity in the comedic elements.
- “The humor in this game is spot on and keeps me laughing throughout.”
- “The witty dialogue and clever jokes make every moment enjoyable.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making it a delightful experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have reported stability issues, particularly experiencing game freezes during the tutorial, which is unskippable, leading to frustration and hindering progress.
- “The game freezes during the tutorial, which can't be skipped.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it impossible to progress.”
- “The game often lags and stutters, ruining the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its fast and dynamic performance, with users highlighting its nostalgic elements and excellent optimization.
- “Fast, dynamic, nostalgic, and very well optimized.”

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Pixel Puzzle Collection is a casual sport game.

Pixel Puzzle Collection is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

On average players spend around 132 hours playing Pixel Puzzle Collection.

Pixel Puzzle Collection was released on October 9, 2018.

Pixel Puzzle Collection was developed by Konami.

Pixel Puzzle Collection has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its monetization.

Pixel Puzzle Collection is a single player game.

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