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PEG

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2017

Should you play it?

Blue eats blue. Red eats red. Until one of each remains. A puzzler that is deceptively simple but hard to master.

What works
  • Large number of levels with daily puzzles for replayability
  • Relaxing music and minimalist, accessible design
  • Challenging puzzles that encourage strategic thinking
  • Undo/redo feature facilitates experimentation
  • Excellent value for price
Things to keep in mind
  • Some players find later puzzles frustrating due to trial-and-error nature
  • Lack of hints or guidance for difficult levels
  • Repetitive gameplay mechanics may cause monotony
  • Minimal audiovisual variety
  • No multiplayer or social features

What to play next

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PEG: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fantasy, Violence, Story, Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Survival, Story.

Why this game works

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