If you are an avid fan of puzzle games and also an owner of a Nintendo DS/DSi game console then you probably already know the two are a perfect match just meant for each other. Yet, although it seems the people who designed the world's most popular game console had puzzle gaming in mind, you are also likely to be aware of how few NDS/DSi puzzle games are available when one actually wants to play. Due for release in early October, Puzzler World for DS/DSi is one of those rare occasions where the love story between Nintendo consoles and puzzles works out in the most perfect way.
With the release of Picross S on the Switch, it's a great time to jump into the puzzle game series! But what about the lore? It's true, the deep, complex narrative of the Picross games can be a bit difficult to sort out, so [Michibiku is] here to help with this guide to the timeline of Jupiter's long-running franchise.
Warp Zoned writes:
"Since the beginning of time, mankind has found ways to stretch their brains. Some strive to become smarter, while others thrive on being stupid. History lessons aside, the video gaming industry has found a way to capitalize on this idea, and has fairly successfully encapsulated the trend that is “brain gaming” – gaming that totally makes you “smarter.”"
"With the DS currently snowed under with tedious movie licenced games, and the usual shovelware fodder that infests the release schedules, Picross 3D is a genuine slice of originality that should have you playing into the wee small hours. It’s a bit annoying that it’s taken so long to arrive, but it’s definitely worth picking up if you fancy something challenging and long-lasting to get you polishing the dust off your long-neglected DS."
