Zerko

Zerko is a puzzle game where the goal is to make all numbers on the board zero by strategically placing blocks with shapes and values. It offers a relaxing, ad-free experience with no time pressure, points, or data collection, and features calming audio. The game is frequently compared to reverse sudoku or a nullification game.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

Zerko features a simple yet engaging puzzle mechanic that gradually increases in difficulty, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all skill levels.
The game has a relaxing ambiance and minimalist visuals, providing a pleasant experience while solving puzzles.
With 50 levels that can be completed in a short time, Zerko offers a satisfying sense of accomplishment, making it a good choice for a quick gaming session.

Many players found the game to be too easy, with most puzzles being solvable in a matter of seconds, leading to a lack of challenge.
The overall playtime is quite short, with some players completing the game in under an hour, leaving them wanting more content and harder puzzles.
The minimalist design, while appealing to some, was criticized for being bland and lacking in variety, which may detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
16 mentions
25 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Zerko offers a minimalist and engaging puzzle experience with smooth mechanics and a unique numbers-based gameplay that encourages players to return for "just one more round." The game features well-designed levels that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a relaxing yet challenging environment without the need for a tutorial, as it effectively teaches players through gameplay. Overall, it is praised for its concise design, appealing visuals, and the potential for evolving its core mechanics.
- “Zerko has a way of keeping you coming back for 'just one more round.' The mechanics are super smooth, and I love the art style!”
- “Simple concept, relaxing gameplay with increasing difficulty so you won't get bored, pleasant sounds, minimalistic visuals.”
- “The game introduces its mechanics in a clear and understandable manner throughout the first couple of levels.”
- “Well-designed mechanic, but this is the walking simulator of puzzle games.”
- “Picking it apart, Zerko is a game built on a simple numbers mechanic: you need to cover the board with numbered Tetris shapes so that the numbers add up to the tile's number - in the game's approach, to nullify the tile.”
- “Although there is no tutorial, the game teaches you the mechanics through gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The graphics of Zerko are characterized by a minimalistic art style that some players find pleasant and fitting for the game's relaxing gameplay, while others describe them as somewhat bland. Overall, the visuals are simple yet effective, complementing the smooth mechanics and enjoyable puzzle experience.
- “The mechanics are super smooth, and I love the art style!”
- “Simple but nice graphics, simple UI, good levels.”
- “[b]Zerko[/b] is overall a good quality, concise, and enjoyable puzzle game, and has become one of my favorites in terms of gameplay and visuals amongst the games from [b]Maciej Targoni[/b].”
- “I know that the visuals are minimalistic, but somehow they feel kind of bland.”
- “The graphics are overall a good quality, but they lack the depth and detail that would elevate the experience.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the irony of its concurrent release with another title, which has unexpectedly become the user's favorite in the series, adding a layer of comedic contrast to the experience.
- “It's funny because he released No. 9 concurrently with this game, and No. 9 has turned out to be my favorite of the entire series.”
stability
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability on Linux, with users reporting smooth performance and minimal issues.
- “Runs great on Linux.”