INTRODUCTION
Buckle up, kids and kids-at-heart, for we’re about to enter the magical world of “Pushmo,” a fantastic puzzle game for the Nintendo 3DS. If you enjoy problem-solving, pastel landscapes, and anthropomorphic characters that make you say “aww,” join us on this colorful adventure of brainy fun.
EASY TO PICK UP, DIFFICULT TO PUT DOWN
We all enjoy a game that is easy to learn yet difficult to master, right? You might think “Pushmo” is all rainbows and sunshine until you know you’re tugging and pushing blocks like a crazed Jenga player. The game begins with a modest collection of puzzles to get you started. The idea is simple: try and drag the colorful blocks to form a route, reach the goal, and rescue the day. It may appear straightforward, but by getting level 50, you will either feel like Einstein or doubt the worth of your college education.
BRAIN EXERCISE WITH A KAWAII SIDE
Okay, you might think this is simply another puzzle game. Wrong! The universe of “Pushmo” is full of bright colors and appealing characters, such as Mallo, our adorable sumo-wrestler-esque hero. Not to mention the youngsters you must rescue from atop these complex towers. As you go through the stages, you will be immersed in more complicated riddles and uplifting images. It’s a kind of mental and spiritual training. How many games can make that claim?
ACCEPTED CHALLENGE
But suppose you’re an overachiever. You scoff at the game’s original level count of 250+ levels. Don’t pop the cork yet since “Pushmo” also provides bespoke puzzles! This game has a level editor, allowing you to design devious puzzles to share with friends and foes. And get this: the game incorporates QR codes to facilitate sharing. Finally, you can put that useless QR code scanner to good use.
PUSHMO WORLD AND EXPANSION OF PUSHMO
And just when you thought you’d wrung every last drop of amusement from this game, bang! There’s more to it. The franchise expanded to include “Pushmo World” for the Wii U and downloadable content such as “Pushmo: Crashmo” to keep you glued to your 3DS like a hipster to an independent coffee shop. These expansions provide new gameplay features, increasing the challenge and complexity. Don’t throw away your 3DS just yet; there’s a whole universe of Pushmo awesomeness to discover.
CAN WE DISCUSS MULTIPLAYER?
“Pushmo” is typically a single-player game, but it suffers like company. While you can’t compete against friends in the main game, the custom puzzle option works as a multiplayer aspect. You may dare your friends to solve the complex riddles you’ve created and watch them squirm in misery or victory. Who says a little friendly rivalry isn’t beneficial to your social life?
CONCLUSION
That’s all there is to it. Let me explain if you’re still unsure about stepping into this technicolor puzzle paradise. “Pushmo” is a captivating, mind-bending experience that is simple to learn but will have you ripping your hair out (mainly in a good way) as you go. This game is a jewel in the Nintendo 3DS roster, with over 250 original levels, the ability to build and share your puzzles, and several extensions. It’s the offspring of a Rubik’s Cube and a Saturday morning cartoon. What more could you ask for?
