Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Indie, Puzzle
- Platforms: Android, iOS, Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4
- Developers: Cipher Prime Studios
- Publishers: Cipher Prime Studios
Splice (2012): A Microbe-Splicing Puzzler
Splice is a 2012 puzzle game developed by Cipher Prime and published by Microsoft Studios. The game is available on Xbox Live Arcade, Windows Phone, and Windows 8.
In Splice, players control a group of microbes that can be spliced together to create new microbes with different properties. The goal of the game is to splice the microbes together in a way that creates a specific strand structure in a limited number of moves.
The game features over 100 levels, each with a different strand structure to create. The levels start out simple, but they quickly become more challenging. Some levels require players to splice the microbes together in a specific order, while other levels require players to use the environment to their advantage.
Splice is a challenging and addictive puzzler that will test your logic and strategy skills. The game is perfect for casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike.
Gameplay
Splice is played on a grid-based board. The player controls a group of microbes that can be moved around the board. The microbes can be spliced together to create new microbes with different properties.
The microbes come in four different colors: red, blue, green, and yellow. Each color has a different property. Red microbes can move horizontally, blue microbes can move vertically, green microbes can move diagonally, and yellow microbes can move in any direction.
The goal of the game is to splice the microbes together in a way that creates a specific strand structure. The strand structure is shown at the top of the screen. The player must splice the microbes together in the correct order and orientation to create the strand structure.
The player has a limited number of moves to complete each level. The number of moves varies depending on the level. If the player runs out of moves, they can restart the level.
Levels
Splice features over 100 levels, each with a different strand structure to create. The levels start out simple, but they quickly become more challenging.
Some levels require players to splice the microbes together in a specific order. For example, one level requires the player to splice the microbes together to create a strand that is shaped like a square.
Other levels require players to use the environment to their advantage. For example, one level features a wall that blocks the player’s path. The player must use the microbes to create a bridge that they can use to cross the wall.
Power-Ups
Splice features a variety of power-ups that can help the player complete the levels. The power-ups include:
- Undo: Allows the player to undo their last move.
- Reset: Resets the level.
- Hint: Gives the player a hint on how to complete the level.
The power-ups can be purchased using coins that are collected throughout the game.
Reception
Splice received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its challenging and addictive gameplay, as well as its unique and innovative concept.
- IGN: “Splice is a clever and addictive puzzler that will test your logic and strategy skills. The game is perfect for casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike.”
- GameSpot: “Splice is a challenging and rewarding puzzler that offers a unique and innovative take on the genre.”
- Polygon: “Splice is a must-play for fans of puzzle games. The game is challenging, addictive, and incredibly rewarding.”
Conclusion
Splice is a challenging and addictive puzzler that will test your logic and strategy skills. The game is perfect for casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts alike. With over 100 levels to complete, Splice will keep you entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
8/10
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