Puzzle Box

60%
Game Brain Score Based on 21 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • graphics
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Puzzle Box is a creative game that allows players to create pixel art images by dropping color paint blocks in the correct places across levels. The game features multiple modes, including Classic and Copycat for creation, and Boom, Run, and Kubi for playing in the arts. Completed images can be used in other modes for added challenge and variety. Perfect for all ages, Puzzle Box brings the joy and addictiveness of creativity to the player's hands.

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

60%
Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
grinding6 negative mentions
  • The game features colorful graphics and a relaxing soundtrack, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
  • It offers a variety of simple and engaging gameplay modes, which can be fun for children and casual gamers.
  • Many players found it to be a great way to unwind and pass the time, providing a sense of joy and accomplishment.
  • The controls can be imprecise and frustrating, leading to a less enjoyable experience, especially in more challenging levels.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with a lack of new mechanics or significant difficulty progression throughout the game.
  • Some players noted that the game feels simplistic and may not hold the interest of more experienced gamers.
  • gameplay15 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for a lack of new mechanics and repetitive minigames that fail to increase in difficulty, leading to a frustrating experience. Conversely, others find the gameplay engaging and challenging, appreciating the variety and surprises it offers, despite some navigation issues in the menu and visibility problems with gameplay elements. Overall, the gameplay experience varies significantly among players, with some enjoying its simplicity and others feeling it lacks depth.

    • “The gameplay revolves around dropping blocks in the right places, but it's surprisingly not repetitive; the game is full of surprises and variety (which I have to admit I was quite surprised by).”
    • “The mechanics are pretty solid; I haven't encountered any glitches with them.”
    • “Relaxing, but at the same time, challenging gameplay.”
    • “These minigames just aren't very fun to play, especially when the levels don't ever present any new mechanics or increase in difficulty much--at least not consistently.”
    • “As with the first set of minigames, no new mechanics are ever introduced and the difficulty never increases.”
    • “It's probably because the gameplay really does get repetitive.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and fitting well with the gameplay, providing a pleasant backdrop for players. However, many reviewers noted its repetitiveness and lack of variety, with calls for more diverse soundtracks across different maps. Overall, while the audio is appreciated, it could benefit from greater variety to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “It's great for passing time, and the music is very relaxing.”
    • “Played for a few hours and one of the things I liked is the music, which is very relaxing and fits well with the game.”
    • “Still, it's worth mentioning that the music is repetitive and even sometimes obnoxious, and the visuals, which you can see for yourself, are nothing impressive.”
    • “Even though there could be more soundtracks for each mode.”
    • “Same soundtrack at every map; there should be more and mixed soundtracks.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and colorful, fitting well within the two-dimensional platformer style. While some reviewers find them neat and polished, others feel they lack depth and fail to impress, suggesting that the overall visual experience is serviceable but not remarkable. Despite mixed opinions, the pixel art elements and design are appreciated in the context of the game's indie charm.

    • “The game has very colorful graphics and a very calm and relaxing soundtrack.”
    • “The graphics are two-dimensional, in a platformer style, being simple and colorful, yet neat.”
    • “Overall, it’s a pretty nice indie game, with two-dimensional graphics, simple and colorful, yet neat, tons of levels to explore, many modes available, and even other nice features.”
    • “It feels like the developers didn't put very much care into how the game plays, and the graphics, while serviceable, are also not very impressive or nice to look at.”
    • “Still, it's worth mentioning that the music is repetitive and even sometimes obnoxious, and the visuals, which you can see for yourself, are nothing impressive.”
    • “The graphics are two-dimensional, in a platformer type, being simple and colorful, yet neat.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with issues stemming from a cumbersome color selection process and similar color options that lead to confusion. The claw minigame is particularly criticized for its unpredictability and lack of engagement, contributing to an overall sense of monotony in the grinding experience.

    • “In this mode, speed isn't really a factor, but using the mouse wheel to switch between colors makes the mode more tedious than it already is.”
    • “However, even if the color selector was better, this mode would still feel too tedious to be any fun.”
    • “On top of being tedious, easy, and undeveloped, sometimes two or three of the colors that the player is given are very similar, which can cause some frustration.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its strong optimization, featuring great performance and a well-designed user interface that operates smoothly without bugs. Players appreciate the well-optimized engines and controls, contributing to a seamless gaming experience.

    • “Performance is great.”
    • “The user interface is well-optimized, with no bugs and well-synthesized information.”
    • “Well-optimized engines and controls.”
  • stability3 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, with most users reporting no significant issues such as crashes, screen freezes, or frame drops. However, one minigame has been noted to be buggy, indicating some inconsistency in stability across different game components.

    • “One minigame is buggy.”
    • “The engines are alright; I haven’t encountered any bugs, crashes, screen freezes, or frame drops.”
    • “The mechanics are pretty solid; I haven’t experienced any glitches with them.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is diverse and dynamic, varying significantly across the seven available modes and maps, each presenting unique color requirements and challenges. Players can expect a constantly shifting environment that enhances the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The atmosphere varies between each map, where you essentially have to fulfill the required colors.”
    • “There are 7 modes available, and each one of them presents a unique way of displaying the atmosphere and its scale.”
    • “Dynamic and challenging atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere varies between each map, where you basically have to fulfill the required colors.”
    • “There are 7 modes available, and each one of them will have a different way of displaying the atmosphere and its size.”
    • “The atmosphere is dynamic and challenging.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.

    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users feel that the game's replayability is diminished due to the short length of levels and the ease of collecting coins, making the second lap feel unnecessary.

    • “The levels are so short and easily replayable, making the second lap feel pointless.”
    • “The game offers a variety of paths and choices, ensuring that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
    • “With multiple endings and unlockable content, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
    • “Additionally, the second lap seems pointless when the levels are so short and easily replayable, and the coins are so easy to collect.”
    • “The lack of meaningful changes in gameplay makes it hard to find motivation for a second playthrough.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to return, as the experience feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express frustration with the game's controls, noting that the jerky movement of the claw and its susceptibility to damage from walls detract from the overall experience, leading to feelings of annoyance rather than engagement.

  • humor1 mentions

    The game's humor is enhanced by its simple challenges, making it enjoyable for the entire family, while the whimsical music adds a comedic touch that accelerates in response to gameplay.

    • “The simple challenge makes it a great choice to entertain the whole family, with very pretty music that speeds up humorously when instructed to.”
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