My Nintendo Picross: The Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess is a delightful puzzle adventure game that combines the addictive gameplay of picross with the beloved world of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess. As a fan of both genres, I was excited to see how they would merge together, and I'm happy to say that the game delivers a satisfying experience.
The gameplay revolves around solving picross puzzles, where you need to fill in cells on a grid to reveal a hidden picture. Each puzzle represents a scene or character from Twilight Princess, and as you progress, you'll unlock iconic locations and beloved characters. The puzzles start off relatively easy, but they gradually increase in difficulty, providing a good challenge for both rookies and expert players.
The game features a variety of puzzle sizes, ranging from small 5x5 grids to larger and more complex 20x15 grids. This keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, as you'll have to adjust your thinking and puzzle-solving strategies accordingly. To aid you in your quest, you can use helpful items like the Hint Glasses, which reveal a single cell, or the Hammer, which allows you to clear mistakes.
One of the highlights of My Nintendo Picross: The Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess is the presentation. The pixelated art style captures the essence of the original game, and the familiar tunes from Twilight Princess enhance the nostalgic experience. Additionally, the game features charming animations that add life to the puzzles and make the whole adventure more enjoyable.
While the puzzles are undeniably fun, I found that the game lacks additional modes or extras to keep players engaged in the long run. Once you complete all the puzzles, there isn't much incentive to revisit the game. Some additional unlockables, such as concept art or mini-games, would have been a welcome addition to extend the game's replayability.
Overall, My Nintendo Picross: The Legend of Zelda Twilight Princess is an enjoyable crossover that successfully combines the addictive puzzle-solving of picross with the beloved world of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess. It's a great game for fans of both genres, offering a decent challenge and delivering a nostalgic experience. However, the lack of additional content could make the game lose its appeal once you complete all the puzzles.
Rating: 7.5/10
