Puzzle Puppers
- January 20, 2017
- Cardboard Keep
- 3h median play time
Slightly above average or simply inoffensive. Fans of the genre should enjoy them a bit, but a fair few will be left unfulfilled.
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Get on itch.io Store"Puzzle Puppers" is a relaxing puzzle game where players expand flexible dog beds to lead puppers to their food bowls. Plan efficient paths and manage resources carefully to complete each level. With its charming art style and wholesome premise, Puzzle Puppers offers a delightful and soothing experience for all ages.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Linux
Tablet
Reviews
- The game features cute graphics and adorable puppies, making it a lighthearted and enjoyable experience.
- The puzzles are generally well-designed, with a good difficulty curve that keeps players engaged.
- It's a relaxing game that can be played casually, making it suitable for puzzle fans looking for a break from more intense games.
- The game feels like a port from mobile, lacking polish and quality-of-life features, such as proper keyboard controls and a quit button.
- Many puzzles can become repetitive, with similar solutions and a lack of increasing difficulty across levels.
- The last level is particularly frustrating, often relying on guesswork rather than logical puzzle-solving.
- music9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a soothing classical waltz that complements the cute and fun atmosphere, although it can become repetitive across levels. While some players find it slightly annoying at times, many appreciate the overall sound design and the option to mute it, indicating that the music serves its purpose without detracting from the gameplay experience.
“Nice, fun, and cute puzzle game with soothing music.”
“All the cute sound effects and music just make it so great.”
“Good music choice.”
“The music is on the edge of being annoying; I'll leave it on for a while, then mute it.”
“The music is all the same for all levels, but as you are concentrating on solving the puzzles, you don't pay much attention to it.”
“Yes, the music gets a little repetitive, but that's not what I'm looking for in this game.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay in the Snakebird series is characterized by clever puzzles and unique mechanics, such as coordinating multiple snakes and utilizing conveyor belts and tunnels. While the levels are generally enjoyable and well-designed, the experience is somewhat marred by its mobile origins, leading to a lack of polish and a simplistic scoring system. Overall, players appreciate the engaging puzzles, though the challenge level remains relatively low.
“I liked a decent part of the levels, though not all, since the mechanics are interesting and can make up some clever puzzles.”
“New mechanics are introduced as you play, and while some of them are more fun than others, they're all pretty fun to figure out.”
“While the puzzles do work, and some of the mechanics feel unique, the game makes it very clear that it is a port of a mobile game: 3-star scoring system for levels, clearly optimized for touch screen controls, no 'quit' button on the home screen, etc. That's not fundamentally a bad thing, but in this case, it leaves the game with a general sense of unpolish.”
“It never gets hugely challenging even while getting all the collectibles (with one exception), but it's got some fairly clever levels, holes your pups can travel through, and some conveyor belt mechanics that can complicate things.”
“It's relatively short and there aren't a ton of gameplay gimmicks, but I felt like I got my money's worth given the number of puzzles and how well they were made.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game feature a mix of low-resolution raster images that can appear pixelated when combined with vector graphics, leading to some visual inconsistencies. While the art style is described as cute, animations can be poorly timed, and the game lacks customization options. Overall, the graphics are considered charming but flawed, complementing the enjoyable puzzle gameplay.
“Puzzle Puppers has cute graphics, awesome puzzles, and is extremely fun to play.”
“The art style is charming and adds a delightful touch to the overall experience.”
“The graphics are vibrant and engaging, making the game visually appealing.”
“Some of the raster graphics are low-res and look pixelated and blurry when mixed with the vector ones. The animations often end up in a loop or are mistimed. It works best with a mouse or finger and barely with a keyboard, and there are almost no settings.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is criticized for its lack of settings and cloud saving, alongside buggy animations that detract from the overall experience. While achievements are present, they are described as decent but not enough to compensate for the technical issues.
“Almost no settings, decent achievements, no cloud saving, buggy animations.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional aspect of the game, highlighting its wholesome gameplay that fosters positive feelings and connections.
“Finally, some wholesome gameplay.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game shows signs of being a mobile port, with a 3-star scoring system and touch screen controls that contribute to a sense of unpolish. While the puzzles and mechanics are functional, the lack of features like a "quit" button further highlights the optimization issues.
“The game effectively utilizes a 3-star scoring system for levels, which encourages players to optimize their performance and replay levels for better scores.”
“The mechanics are clearly optimized for touch screen controls, making the gameplay feel intuitive and responsive.”
“While the game shows signs of being a mobile port, the optimization for mobile devices allows for a smooth and engaging experience.”
“While the puzzles do work, and some of the mechanics feel unique, the game makes it very clear that it is a port of a mobile game: a 3-star scoring system for levels, clearly optimized for touch screen controls, and no 'quit' button on the home screen. That's not fundamentally a bad thing, but in this case, it leaves the game with a general sense of unpolish.”
“The optimization for mobile devices is evident, but it compromises the overall experience on PC. The controls feel clunky, and the interface is not user-friendly for non-touchscreen users.”
“It's frustrating to see a game that could have been great suffer from poor optimization. The frame rate drops significantly during certain levels, making it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it to be both enjoyable and amusing, enhancing the overall puzzle-solving experience.
“A very nice and funny puzzle game.”
