Cubinko is a puzzle game that feels both familiar and unique. At first glance, the game impresses with its hand-drawn cartoon graphics combined with a 3D isometric perspective, creating a space that is both soft and deep. From the colours and sound effects to the controls, everything is meticulously crafted to provide a satisfying feel from the very first playthrough.

Cubinko Gameplay

The game revolves around an isometric grid board. Each turn, the player is given three puzzle pieces with different shapes and colours. Your task is to place them on the board so that at least three pieces of the same colour touch each other to form a valid match and disappear from the board. The more pieces you match at once, the higher your score.

Interestingly, Cubinko not only requires quick reflexes but also encourages strategic thinking and planning, as each piece placement directly affects the next turn.

Two Distinct Game Modes

The game offers two main modes, providing very different gameplay paces:

• Moves-based mode: Each time you complete a block-matching requirement displayed on the screen, you gain extra turns. If you place a piece that doesn't create a valid combination, your turns will be deducted. This mode is all about calculation—optimizing each move to prolong the game and achieve the highest score.
• Time Attack mode: As the name suggests, you just need to focus on matching quickly within the time limit. Less long-term thinking, more pressure, but extremely addictive.

Cubinko is a simple, accessible puzzle game with enough depth to keep players engaged for a long time. If you love Tetris, match-3, or other puzzle games that require spatial reasoning, this is a game worth trying. A clean game, focused on pure gameplay and extremely easy to get hooked on. For players who enjoy challenging their brains in a different way—through words and clever connections rather than shapes - Phrase Maze offers a refreshing puzzle experience to explore next.

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