Picross - Thinking outside of the box! (Picross DS (DS))

Member Name: sickn0te

Product:	Picross DS (DS)
Date:	31/03/09 (33 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Great Concept, easy controls and extended play content.

Disadvantages: Its a puzzle logic game so the graphics are mediocre - but you dont play it for the graphics!

A new concept and a fun challenge, I really enjoy this game and the daily challenges.

Graphics: 5/10 This game was not built with graphics in mind - but then you dont play it for the graphics. The whole point of the game is to fill in the correct boxes to create a picture and reveal the hidden image - the boxes are just the right size to make out what the pictures are without frustrating them too much by spending too much time filling in boxes so I would say this is a good balance.

Gameplay/Controls: 10/10 The controls are very logical and easy to use, there is a good mix of use of the buttons and the stylus and the accuracy is about 98%. There is a tutorial given at the begining just to help you familiarize yourself with the controls which is well put together and not too long - so within a couple of minutes you are straight into your fist level and playing.

Storyline: 10/10 I have given this high marks because although this is not a story as such the puzzles are brilliant and addictive. I have found myself staring at the screen in great concentration using every ounce of my brain power then feeling incredibly satisfied at getting the correct box! Whatsmore is that if you have a wireless connection to your DS then you can download daily picross's giving you extended gameplay which is a great feature!

Summary: Overall Rating 8.3/10 A great logic puzzle with hours of fun - a good buy.