Гизмо: Японские кроссворды

Fantastic gridders game! Lots of options if you prefer a more casual version e.g. to play in black and white and/or without being timed or having to start again due to mis-clicks. Great theme and graphics. Kept me busy for hours and I will play again as there is lots of replay value. I bought this game as part of a 4 game bundle but will now seek out more by this developer.

Picross, but with an aesthetic that strongly reminds me of early PC games in a way that tickles my nostalgia. I can see how people would get annoyed at the 'no mistakes' aspect, but I got used to it pretty quick.

A good nonogram game worth the price in my opinion. If you're unsure, try out the free demo.
*Warning; may trigger trypophobia.
The images may be disappointing to some players, as you can't really tell what you're "drawing" until the end when it magically changes into an actual image. I didn't mind this, but I know that some players prefer nongram puzzles where you are actually making a picture.
- The demo covers the first 20 levels, and progress carries over if you purchase the full game.
- Good amount of playtime. Took me 18-19hrs to complete plus a few extra hours to get the final achievements.
- Good range of difficulties, beginning with 5x5 and gradually building up to 30x30.
- There is a storyline, with portions of the story being told at the start/end of each chapter. (20 levels per chapter, so 20 levels in between each story portion).
- There are a few easy and relaxing jigsaw puzzles throughout the game. These may be difficult for some players with visual issues, though I can't put it into words.

I just finished this and it's one of the best picross game I've played. I don't consider myself a pro at them, and while the majority of grids where easy, some of those 30x30 were definitely challenging for me, but it does deliver and I did all of them without using hints once (those potion things on the side).
The quality of life to auto fill cells when lines are done is so good too. I wish it was a bit faster as sometimes I miss clicked and had to restart to get the 100%, but overall very good.
I'm glad I got the collection on sale not long ago if the other 3 are like this one.
If you like Picross games, give this one a go for sure.