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Piczle Cross Adventure

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2020

Should you play it?

Piczle Cross Adventure takes the classic nonogram logic-puzzle and turns it into something never before experienced in the genre: a story-driven, RPG-style 2D graphical adventure! Follow our heroes Score-chan, Gig and professor Matrix as they tackle their most daunting challenge yet.

What works

  • Large number of puzzles with varied difficulty
  • Charming pixel art and lighthearted story
  • Accessible tutorial and helpful settings
  • Overworld exploration adds depth
  • Good value especially during sales

Things to keep in mind

  • Some minor bugs and control quirks
  • Repetitive music and limited soundtrack
  • Lack of undo function frustrates some players
  • Story is shallow and minimal
  • No multiplayer or social features

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Piczle Cross Adventure: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Thrill, Fellowship.

Last update: 02/09/2026