HUEBRIX Review
Price: $0.99
Version: 1.0.0
App Reviewed on: iPhone 4S
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The goal of this puzzler is to move colored lines around on a grid of white squares. Players then use their finger to drag a path from the many different starting blocks. Each of these blocks has a number to indicate how many squares gamers are required to fill.
Players must create the correct path with each color block. There are more and more challenges added along the way such as the ability for a line to only move in one direction, grey squares that block the path, and more.
Each level is timed. Tapping on the restart button clears the board, but the clock remains where it is at. Once a level is started, gamers must finish it. There are hint features available for players who get stuck on a level. Gold, silver and bronze medals are awarded at the end of every stage, but players won’t earn them if they take too long or use the hint option.
There’s a lot to love about HUEBRIX. The gameplay is addictive, the controls are smooth and responsive and the music helps calm the nerves during the fast-paced levels. Also, the graphics are simple and have a pixelated retro appeal to them that is enjoyable.
Additionally, there are no GameCenter leaderboards or achievements even though it appears that way at first. GameCenter is actually used for players to share their created levels with friends. Adding leaderboards or achievements would help amp up the replay value. Hopefully a future update integrates this feature.
HUEBRIX is perfect for fans of addictive puzzle games as well as anyone who likes a good challenge. It’s similar in style to Tetris and Snake, but it has enough originality to keep gamers from feeling like they’ve never played it before. With progressively challenging levels and a huge number of stages, it’s definitely worth adding to the game collection if you can get past the IAPs.