Tumblebugs (2022)

Developer: Wildfire Studios
Publisher: Atari
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 123 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A bright, fast-paced puzzle game where you launch colored bugs with precise timing against a ticking clock, creating a cheerful but slightly tense pressure to match quickly.

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What players say

Players split between nostalgia for their childhood and disappointment with this remaster. Nostalgic buyers say it is peak memory, while others warn about unfixed bugs, no cloud saves, punishing difficulty, and a steep $20 price. Some call it a Zuma clone with its own twist.

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