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The Block Review
Posted: 8 weeks ago, last updated 7 weeks ago.
Author: Ben Kendall, @GeekDadGamer and Jo Robertson.
Overview
There are several different sizes of square grids on which you can build, and each piece you place, whether a tree, tower, or building, is unique. This results in tiny urban scenes covering every pixel of your block, varying in height, density and landscape.
The twist is that you have to work with the flow of pieces you are provided with. Because you can't choose when you get each one the creations gain an organic feel where happenstance and creativity meet to make something often unexpected.
The result is a peaceful, relaxing distraction that offers unlimited variation and creativity in the places you create through randomly generated and selected tiles.
Game Details
Release Date: 16/12/2022
Platforms: Mac and PC
Expected Content Rating: PEGI 3
Skill Rating: 3+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Creative and World Building
Accessibility: 23 features
Developer: Paul Schnepf (@Paul_Schnepf)
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Age Ratings
Skill Rating
3+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. There are no objectives nor requirements for quick reaction or skill, so it can be played by players of any ability or age. You just need the skill to move each object and be happy if your cityscape doesn't turn out how you imagined it.
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Accessibility
There are no time limits or objectives, and all the controls are clearly displayed by default (you can hide them). There is no need for quick reactions or fast reflexes.
The text is all high contrast, but not large.
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