Zen Blocks

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Zen Blocks is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Gazzapper and was released on December 4, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Zen Blocks is an addictive block puzzle game using original game play mechanics. Tap the dots around any of the 4 sides of the play grid to release a color block. Mixing match 3 and tetris style gameplay.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a simple yet interesting concept that is enjoyable and easy to pick up, making it ideal for short breaks.
The controls are comfortable to use with both keyboard and gamepad, and the game runs smoothly on weaker PCs.
The soundtrack is pleasant and complements the relaxing gameplay, creating a zen-like experience for players.

The game may feel too simplistic for some players, leading to questions about its target audience.
Controls can be unintuitive, which may result in frustrating gameplay experiences for some users.
The lack of Steam achievements may disappoint players looking for additional challenges or rewards.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by unique yet simple mechanics that facilitate complex interactions without requiring extensive thought, making it accessible and enjoyable. Players can seamlessly switch between keyboard and gamepad controls, with both options providing a smooth and flawless experience. The relaxed gameplay is further enhanced by complementary music and sound effects.
- “The gameplay mechanics are unique but simple, allowing for complex gameplay without much thinking.”
- “The music and sound effects go hand in hand with the relaxed gameplay.”
- “The game features very simple gameplay mechanics and is playable with both the keyboard and a gamepad. I played with both a keyboard and then switched over to an Xbox One controller, and the gameplay was smooth and flawless with both control schemes.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are unique but simple, and allow for complex gameplay without much thinking.”
- “The game features very simple gameplay mechanics as mentioned above and is playable with both the keyboard and a gamepad. For the purpose of my review, I played with both a keyboard and then switched over to an Xbox One controller, and the gameplay was smooth and flawless with both control schemes.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The music in the game is described as a nice and pleasant soundtrack that is super-chilled and complements the relaxed gameplay effectively. It features a simple yet relaxing score that enhances the overall aesthetics and is ideal for players looking for a calming experience during breaks.
- “Even the music is super-chilled.”
- “The game features a very simple yet relaxing soundtrack which complements this type of game very well. It is the ideal game to play when you wish to take a short break from studying or from playing other games.”
- “Music and overall aesthetics were ok and I liked the weather effects, but overall I found it difficult to care about this game.”
- “The music and sound effects go hand in hand with the relaxed gameplay.”
- “The game features a very simple yet relaxing soundtrack which complements this type of game very well as the game was intended to be a nice simple and relaxing puzzle game and this game achieves that very well; it is the ideal game to play when you wish to take a short break from studying or from playing other games.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, with players reporting no bugs and smooth performance throughout their experience.
- “I encountered zero bugs during my time playing this, and performance was no issue at all.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users appreciating the weather effects and overall aesthetics, while others felt indifferent towards the game's visual presentation.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is minimal, as it primarily focuses on simple mechanics of color matching without deep narrative or character development, leading to a straightforward and less engaging experience.