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Zuma Deluxe

90%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, replayability
95% User Score Based on 2,048 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

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"Zuma Deluxe" is an action-packed puzzle game featuring 3D graphics and sound tracks with temples to explore. The goal is to clear a deadly chain of colored balls by firing balls from your stone frog idol to make matches of three or more. With over 20 temples, Adventure and Gauntlet mode, and the opportunity to rack up huge combos and special bonuses, Zuma Deluxe provides a challenging and entertaining experience.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,050 reviews
gameplay31 positive mentions
story5 negative mentions
  • Zuma Deluxe is a nostalgic classic that offers addictive gameplay and simple mechanics, making it easy to pick up and play.
  • The game features vibrant graphics and satisfying sound effects, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players engaged.
  • Despite its simplicity, the game provides a challenging experience, especially in the later levels, which keeps players coming back for more.
  • The game suffers from a steep difficulty curve, particularly in the later levels, which can lead to frustration and reliance on luck.
  • Many players have reported issues with the game's resolution and fullscreen mode, making it difficult to play on modern systems.
  • The lack of achievements and modern features can make the game feel outdated compared to newer titles in the genre.
  • gameplay
    80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Zuma Deluxe features simple yet addictive gameplay that is easy to learn, making it ideal for casual gaming sessions. Players enjoy the vibrant graphics, satisfying sound effects, and a variety of modes that introduce increasing challenges, although some find the gameplay repetitive over time. Overall, it combines nostalgic charm with engaging mechanics, ensuring a fun experience for puzzle enthusiasts.

    • “The intuitive controls and addictive mechanics make every level a thrilling challenge, rewarding precise aim and quick thinking.”
    • “With its engaging gameplay, vibrant visuals, and clever mechanics, Zuma is a standout title from the renowned developers at PopCap Games.”
    • “The gameplay is solid, and I say that as someone who once didn't understand the point of the game and just shot balls randomly.”
    • “Gameplay is incredibly repetitive and unchallenging.”
    • “I played through 8 stages and honestly I felt many times I was playing the same level with the same mechanics always.”
    • “Its gameplay is monotonous, lacks development, and gets boring pretty fast.”
  • graphics
    76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of Zuma Deluxe are often described as charming and vibrant, effectively capturing the essence of classic casual games despite showing their age since its 2006 release. While some players appreciate the colorful and engaging visuals, others note that the graphics can appear dated and lack modern resolution options, which may detract from the experience for some. Overall, the game's art style and sound design are praised for their ability to complement the addictive gameplay, making it a nostalgic favorite for many.

    • “Developed by PopCap Games, it combines simple yet challenging gameplay with vibrant graphics and captivating sound effects.”
    • “Zuma Deluxe takes us on a delightful journey back to the era of classic games with its charming and vibrant visuals.”
    • “The game features colorful balls rolling along intricately designed paths, captivating players with its simple yet visually appealing graphics.”
    • “I can't believe they didn't remake this game with better graphics because that's all it needed.”
    • “One issue with Zuma Deluxe is that its visuals look dated, as it was originally released in 2006.”
    • “All in all, it's a shame they didn't update the visuals or even just upscale the whole thing; otherwise, this game would be perfect.”
  • music
    67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy and nostalgic qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a vibrant and immersive soundtrack that complements the gameplay. While some players find the music initially enjoyable, others note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the audio elements are considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its addictive nature and engaging atmosphere.

    • “The bright colors and enchanting music add to the overall experience, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.”
    • “The familiar sound effects, catchy music, and familiar gameplay mechanics evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, reminding us of the joy and innocence of simpler times.”
    • “The soundtrack hits way too hard.”
    • “Those skulls when they open their mouths are so creepy and the music is just unbearable.”
    • “The OST is quite scary though...”
    • “Zuma takes the puzzle formula and adds a surprising amount of stress with the slow creep toward a game over and the increasingly frantic music.”
  • story
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The consensus among users is that the game, particularly the first entry in the Zuma series, lacks a substantial story, with many describing it as having no narrative elements or character development. While some mention minimal text and a vague premise involving a frog navigating temples, the overall sentiment is that the game is primarily focused on gameplay rather than storytelling, making it suitable for casual play without a compelling plot.

    • “The gripping story changed my life.”
    • “A beautiful story revolving around a small and insignificant frog who must traverse the many hidden temples in order to uncover the secret of Zuma.”
    • “Now, that's a game that has one of the most unique art styles around and jaw-droppingly gorgeous animation to boot and a cute story.”
    • “I don't think Zuma has a story (at least the first entry).”
    • “There's no story, just some text that is forgettable.”
    • “You do progress through ancient temples, but there's no plot or explanation for what's going on.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is primarily centered around a comical frog character, with players finding joy in its quirky antics and amusing sound design. The nostalgic elements and lighthearted gameplay evoke laughter and fond memories, making it a delightful experience for many.

    • “Haha, funny frog spittin' balls, haha, ribbit 🐸”
    • “But the sounds are so funny, like 'iga biga zuma'. I really love the sound design.”
    • “Buying it on Steam, it brought me so much nostalgia and many funny memories.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Zuma Deluxe is praised for its endless replayability, making it a must-have for gamers. While some users note that the overall replay value may not be the highest, features like Gauntlet mode and random map practice mode provide enjoyable alternatives that enhance replayability.

    • “Playing the random map in practice mode is a great, replayable alternative for the career mode.”
    • “The replay value isn't the best, but Gauntlet mode has a lot of it!”
    • “Zuma Deluxe offers endless replayability, making it a staple in every gamer's collection.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the game evokes strong emotional responses, recalling fond memories and the joy of simpler times in gaming. The experience is described as heartwarming, with some users reporting it brought them to tears, highlighting its profound impact on their feelings.

    • “This just brought back so many wholesome and fond memories.”
    • “It serves as a heartwarming reminder of the joy and simplicity that old games brought to our lives.”
    • “I cried for the first time this year.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is mixed; while some users report smooth performance on certain platforms, others experience significant issues, including glitches, bugs, and a critical "fatal error" when attempting to enter full screen, necessitating forceful termination of the application.

    • “Runs great on my deck so far.”
    • “Another PopCap port to Steam with glitches and bugs.”
    • “When you try to go full screen, the window freezes with a 'fatal error' and there's no way to close it other than killing it in the task manager.”
    • “I have found no troubleshooting tips that would fix this.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be frustrating and tedious, with some levels featuring hidden sections that hinder gameplay and make it difficult to progress. Additionally, the need for extra lives to effectively grind adds to the overall annoyance.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
    • “This game was fun at first but then turned into a frustrating, tedious slog where sometimes you can't even shoot orbs because the track they're running on has an entire section hidden from view, making it impossible to contact those orbs with others.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations.

    • “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
    • “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the performance settings, making it easy to customize for the best experience.”
    • “The game runs flawlessly after the latest optimization patch, showcasing the team's commitment to improving performance.”
    • “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “I constantly experience frame drops and stuttering, which ruins the immersion.”
    • “The optimization is so bad that loading times are excessively long, making it hard to stay engaged.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model is praised for its simplicity, as the game offers a complete experience without annoying online play, updates, or in-game purchases, allowing players to enjoy it without additional costs.

    • “No annoying online play, no updates, no in-game purchases, just a game.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is enhanced by fitting music that complements the visuals, which, while considered average for their time, contribute to an overall immersive experience.

    • “The graphics are okay for its time, while the music fits the atmosphere perfectly.”

75%Critics’ scoreBased on 4 critic reviews

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8h Median play time
7h Average play time
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