Picross S5 is a simple title much like its predecessors. However, there is a certain charm to the experience, allowing for a relaxing journey for new and experienced players alike. Different modes and help settings offer the possibility to tailor the game to personal enjoyment, making this another great entry that can satisfy puzzle-lovers.
Picross S52020
Picross S5
2020 Jupiter Corporation71Good
Playtime
LongTypically 30 hours
Playable on
Available on
- $9.99
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Details
- Launch
- November 26, 2020
- Developer
- Jupiter Corporation
- Publisher
- Jupiter Corporation
- Themes
Overview
The fifth installment in Jupiter Corporation's Picross S series for the Switch.
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Reception
Press71
Good- OpenCritic71from 4 reviews
With 485 puzzles across a few different styles, it's filled with a lot of great, engaging content. It still has the same old issues, chiefly no touch screen controls, but the novelty of the co-op and the new tweaks like higher contrast colors are good accessibility inclusions. Whether you're a first-time Picross player or a weary nonogram veteran, Picross...
Even so, it’s clear that Jupiter Corporation has gotten its concept down to a science, and the addictive nature of these puzzles has never been more alluring. We’d give this a recommendation if you’re looking for a solid new puzzle game for your Switch, as the puzzle count and quality of the experience ensure that this is just about the best bang for...
As expected, Picross S5 is just a new batch of brand new puzzles (a total of 485). There is nothing really new, except a feature to see how much time you spent to complete each mode, but fans of this puzzle franchise won't care, they just need more grids. And they'll have them.
The contemplative puzzle series is back and more polished than ever with this new iteration of Picross...