Neves

All great puzzle games are based on a simple idea: stacking falling blocks, lining up three like colors, and so on. This is exactly what Neves does so well; it takes a simple idea and lets you put the pieces into place.

You are given seven polygons and must arrange them using the touch screen to make them to match the image on the top screen. If this sounds familiar, it is as it's a modern translation of the classic Japanese game, Hanayama's Lucky Puzzle.

The name is fitting because some of the puzzles are so difficult, you'll feel lucky to complete them. Despite the level of difficulty--we guarantee you will get stumped more than once--there's an addictive quality to the gameplay that kept me coming back. I kept thinking, "I have to be able to solve this!", and I always did, even if it was dumb luck that made it possible. The images you have to make range from shoes, to bunnies, to numbers, and beyond. With over 500 puzzles in the game, there's plenty of content to keep you busy.

A Challenge to Share

Neves fits perfectly on the DS because you can pick up and play for 5 minutes at a time and still have fun with it. There are three main play modes: time limit, move limit, or no limits, meaning that as your puzzle-solving skills increase, you will still find the game challenging. There is also a two player mode that only requires one cartridge, so if you have a friend with a DS you can challenge them to a "best-out-of-three" match.

Neves is an addictive puzzle solving experience. Other than the drawback of the $30 price, my only real gripe with the game is that the jazz inspired soundtrack gets repetitive. The gameplay may grow old to some, but if you're looking for a mind-bending experience, Neves is a game that will keep you thinking.

PROS: Addictive gameplay, massive amount of content.
CONS: Soundtrack is repetitive, high level difficulty.

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