Summary
- Release Year: 2011
- Genres: Indie, Platform, Puzzle
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
- Developers: Swing Swing Submarine
- Publishers: Swing Swing Submarine
Blocks That Matter: A Unique Blend of Platforming and Puzzling
Introduction
Blocks That Matter is a unique and challenging indie game that blends platforming and puzzle-solving in a truly innovative way. Players take control of Tetrobot, a tiny robot that can drill into blocks of matter, collect them, and recycle them into new pieces. With its charming art style, clever level design, and addictive gameplay, Blocks That Matter is a must-play for fans of both platformers and puzzlers.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Blocks That Matter is simple to learn but difficult to master. Players control Tetrobot as he drills into blocks of matter, collecting them and recycling them into new pieces. These new pieces can then be used to build platforms, solve puzzles, and defeat enemies.
There are over 100 levels in Blocks That Matter, each with its own unique challenges. Some levels require players to use their platforming skills to navigate treacherous terrain, while others require them to use their puzzle-solving skills to figure out how to use the blocks to progress.
Tetrobot
Tetrobot is a versatile and powerful robot. He can drill into any type of block, and he can carry up to four blocks at a time. He can also use his blocks to build platforms, solve puzzles, and defeat enemies.
Tetrobot’s abilities make him well-suited for the challenges of Blocks That Matter. Players must use all of Tetrobot’s skills to progress through the game’s many levels.
Blocks
There are six different types of blocks in Blocks That Matter: sand, wood, stone, obsidian, iron, and diamond. Each type of block has its own unique properties.
- Sand is the most common type of block. It is easy to drill into and can be used to build platforms and solve puzzles.
- Wood is a bit more durable than sand. It can be used to build platforms and solve puzzles, but it can also be used to defeat enemies.
- Stone is even more durable than wood. It can be used to build platforms and solve puzzles, but it is also strong enough to withstand enemy attacks.
- Obsidian is the most durable type of block. It is immune to enemy attacks and can be used to build platforms and solve puzzles.
- Iron is a heavy type of block. It can be used to build platforms and solve puzzles, but it can also be used to crush enemies.
- Diamond is the rarest type of block. It is the most durable type of block and can be used to build platforms and solve puzzles.
Players must use the different properties of the blocks to progress through the game’s many levels.
Levels
The levels in Blocks That Matter are designed to be challenging and rewarding. Each level has its own unique set of challenges, and players must use all of their skills to complete them.
Some levels require players to use their platforming skills to navigate treacherous terrain, while others require them to use their puzzle-solving skills to figure out how to use the blocks to progress.
Conclusion
Blocks That Matter is a unique and challenging indie game that blends platforming and puzzle-solving in a truly innovative way. With its charming art style, clever level design, and addictive gameplay, Blocks That Matter is a must-play for fans of both platformers and puzzlers.
Review Score
8/10
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