''Go! Puzzle'' is a

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developed by British developers

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and

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and published by

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for the

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and

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Gameplay

''Go! Puzzle'' consists of three separate puzzle games - ''Swizzleblocks'', ''Aquatica'' and ''Skyscraper''.

''Swizzleblocks''

In ''Swizzleblocks'', the player uses a

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to flip connected blocks, matching four of the same color to clear the screen. Power-ups can be used to assist, and the game allows for up to four players in

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''Aquatica''

''Aquatica'' takes a

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-esque approach, with the player connecting together same-colored 'sea mines', and not letting the screen fill up with them.

''Skyscraper''

The player is an astronaut in ''Skyscraper'', tasked with moving from one side of a building to the other before ascending to the next floor. A level of

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is involved, as the player must decide which path is best.

Reception

''Go! Puzzle'' received mixed reviews from critics. Many chose ''Skyscraper'' as the standout game, with

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noting that "you'll fail over and over before you move on to the next level, but it's enjoyable enough that you won't mind repeating levels."

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noted that ''Go! Puzzle'''s graphics look 'fine', but the game lacks personality.

References

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