Knifflis

Puzzles are always exciting for gamers, even for casual players who prefer the lighter versions. Hence, match-3 and hidden object games are always popular, especially those that are simple to play and enjoy without having to know very much about video games in general. On the other hand, it’s also exciting to tackle puzzles that may take hours to solve, at least for some people.

Knifflis is a game that includes multiple types of mini-games, as well as simple gameplay mechanics and a nice story to keep you engaged along the way. Granted, none of the ideas featured in the game are original, but then again that wasn’t the purpose of the game anyway. Hence, you can tackle match-three, mahjong and sudoku challenges in a variety of forms.

There’s not much of a story to keep track of, but you are taking a virtual journey around the world and visiting a variety of interesting places. Each one of these locations holds certain secrets and challenges you must overcome, and it’s quite the trip every time. There are over 120 levels to enjoy over the course of the game, which is more than enough for everyone.

Every game you play along the way should be familiar in regards to gameplay mechanics, and they are no different in Knifflis. However, the match-three mini-game allows you to use drag-and-drop motions, which is not that common the genre. On the other hand, the mahjong puzzles are straightforward as they can be, which is great if you are already familiar with them.

Even if you are not, tutorials are included for every type of challenge you have to overcome, which is great when you do not have experience with some of the puzzles. Moreover, the interface is pretty basic and simple to utilize, regardless of any previous contact with similar video games. The graphics are nice as well, although there’s usually not a lot to look at.

All things considered, Knifflis is not the most cohesive experience out there, but the collection of puzzles should be satisfactory if you are not looking for something with a story. There are more than enough levels to keep you busy for a few hours.

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