Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas

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Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Pixel Puzzles and was released on November 27, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas is a classic jigsaw game with 25 holiday-themed puzzles, offering unique shapes for each piece and a peaceful atmosphere. Features include auto-saving, interactive play, piece rotation, and Steam achievements. Enjoy traditional puzzle gameplay while cozying up to a festive experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas offers a cozy and relaxing jigsaw puzzle experience with a charming holiday theme, featuring 25 puzzles of varying difficulty from 60 to 350 pieces.
The game includes a rotation toggle for puzzle pieces, allowing players to customize their experience, and it runs smoothly on most systems with minimal technical issues.
The gentle soundtrack and festive visuals create a warm atmosphere, making it an enjoyable way to unwind during the holiday season.

The user interface is criticized for being unintuitive, with issues such as the rotation setting resetting each time the game is launched and pieces sometimes hiding behind the play area.
The game lacks replayability and additional content, as once the puzzles are completed, there is little incentive to return, and it requires purchasing additional DLC for 100% completion.
There are concerns about the game's quality and originality, with accusations of it being an asset flip and the developer's unethical practices regarding the use of stock images.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the gentle, looping holiday soundtrack that enhances relaxation, while others find it grating and repetitive, leading them to turn it off entirely. The absence of separate volume controls for music and sound effects frustrates users, pushing many to mute the game. Additionally, the use of crackling fire sounds during puzzle screens is seen as a positive alternative to the music.
- “Accompanying the visuals is a gentle, looping soundtrack of soft holiday music that enhances the sense of calm.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music and atmosphere are set to the theme of the puzzles.”
- “I don't know about the music because I turned it off straight away.”
- “There is no separate control for music volume and effects volume, so you'll likely be playing with all sound off because the music must be from a horror film or it's some kind of psychological warfare experiment. It grates after about 3 seconds and repeats after about 6. If you're going to listen to it for longer, then look up a psychiatrist because you're going to need therapy.”
- “In this case, there is no music on puzzle screens, just crackling fire noise.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas features traditional puzzle mechanics with the addition of a rotation option, enhancing difficulty without frustration. While it maintains a smooth and forgiving experience, the lack of reference images and replayability due to the absence of endgame mechanics or puzzle randomness may limit long-term engagement.
- “One of the more interesting mechanics is the inclusion of rotation, which means pieces can appear in different orientations, adding a subtle layer of difficulty without making the process frustrating.”
- “This makes the gameplay smoother and more forgiving, preventing misalignment and eliminating the tedious trial-and-error often found in physical puzzles.”
- “Mechanically, Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas doesn’t stray far from the core formula of the series or the jigsaw genre as a whole.”
- “There are no reference pictures to look at while building the puzzles except during a short in-game mechanic.”
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics or puzzle randomness.”
- “All of the puzzles follow traditional puzzle building mechanics.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a clean and inviting art style that leans towards photorealism, complemented by a soothing soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. However, players are limited by the lack of resolution options and customization settings, resulting in low-quality visuals that cannot be improved.
- “The art style is clean and inviting, leaning toward photorealistic illustration rather than abstract or stylized designs.”
- “Accompanying the visuals is a gentle, looping soundtrack of soft holiday music that enhances the sense of calm.”
- “There's no option 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.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas" is not designed for replayability, as it offers a seasonal experience without end game mechanics or puzzle randomness, making it a one-time activity rather than a game to revisit.
- “There is no replayability in this game as there are no end game mechanics or puzzle randomness.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for excessive ad placements, including frequent promotions for paid DLCs of bundled free-to-play games, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab. Users express frustration over the intrusive nature of these ads, which detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “This game allows the developers to spam ads at you.”
- “The developers bundled this game with two free-to-play games so they can shove paid DLC ads for those two games into your news feed on a bi-weekly or monthly basis.”
- “GameMaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively creates a bright and festive atmosphere that aligns with its holiday theme, enhanced by traditional imagery and music that complements the puzzles. Its simplicity contributes to the overall immersive experience, making the atmosphere a key highlight.
- “Visually, the game delivers exactly what its title promises: a bright, festive atmosphere filled with traditional holiday imagery.”
- “Its value lies in its simplicity and atmosphere.”
- “The music and atmosphere are set to the theme of the puzzles.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly optimized, running smoothly on a wide range of systems, including older PCs, thanks to its minimal system requirements.
- “Performance-wise, the game runs smoothly on almost any modern or even older PC, with minimal system requirements.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a high frame rate without sacrificing visual quality.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story conveys a powerful moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent personal growth. However, some users note a lack of narrative depth, with no background or setup provided.
- “The moral of the story is that 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.”
- “There is no story, background, or setup to the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users generally report that the game is stable, with no significant bugs affecting gameplay, which contributes to a positive overall experience.
- “Since Steam forces a rating, I'm choosing 'recommended' because it's bug-free and affordable.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making for a stable and enjoyable experience.”
- “I've played for hours without encountering any issues, which speaks volumes about its stability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while it smooths gameplay and reduces frustrating trial-and-error, it can feel tedious for achievement hunters seeking more immediate rewards. Enthusiasts may appreciate the challenge, but others might find it less engaging.
- “This may be an acceptable challenge to enthusiasts, but for achievement hunters, it may seem tedious.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be soothing and fulfilling, offering a peaceful way to unwind and enjoy the process of creating beautiful images without the hassle of traditional puzzles.
- “For players looking for a quiet way to relax during the holidays—or for anyone who enjoys assembling beautiful pictures without the mess of a real puzzle—it delivers a satisfying and wholesome experience.”

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Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas is a casual sport game.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas is available on PC and Windows.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas was released on November 27, 2018.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas was developed by Pixel Puzzles.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its optimization but disliked it for its music.

Pixel Puzzles 2: Christmas is a single player game.

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