Art of Balance (2010)

Developer: Shin'en Multimedia
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Wii, Wii U, Nintendo Switch
Genres: Puzzle, Strategy, Arcade
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 6 player ratings
Main story: about 4.0 hours
Completionist: about 4.0 hours
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A calm physics puzzle game where you stack oddly shaped blocks into a balanced tower without it all tumbling down.

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About

Grab your controller and build a balanced stack in this physics-based puzzler! The goal sounds simple at first: Build a balanced stack from all given shapes, but there are plenty of challenges. Some shapes break under load, while others can even reverse gravity and literally turn the stack upside down. With practice, some experimentation and a little bit of luck however you'll quickly master even the most difficult challenges. Packed with 5 unique game modes, online play and local split-screen, Art of Balance is the ultimate test for aspiring puzzle masters. On supported platforms, three additional players can join in at any time and help you solve the puzzles. With a relaxing lounge soundtrack and 8 beautiful environments, Art of Balance is the ideal fit for casual gaming sessions alone or with friends.

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