"NumWorlds: Black Pug Studios' First 3D Puzzle Game Debuts"

It's not often that we get pitched a debut release, or at least not as often as I'd like. This is what makes Black Pug Studios' debut, NumWorlds, such an interesting prospect. But what exactly is it all about? And is this newly-released iOS and Android number-matching puzzler worth a go? Let's dive in!

NumWorlds is an excellent example of a simple yet engaging core mechanic for a puzzler. In the game, you need to connect adjacent numbers on a grid to reach a target number, progressing from simple single-digit targets to higher ones on a correspondingly larger grid that you'll need to link together.

But it's not just the core mechanic that makes NumWorlds appealing to players! Just take a glance at those lush, Unreal-engine 3D environments, and you can see why Black Pug Studios are so eager to showcase it. Add to that various additional mechanics such as blockers and gold blocks, and there's plenty to enjoy in NumWorlds.

Add it up: I can see NumWorlds being a success, mainly because it combines simple-to-learn yet hard-to-master gameplay with a visually stunning palette. You can also continue to decorate your blocks with new cosmetics, but the real test will be whether the array of updates and additional content that Black Pug Studios have planned will keep it fresh in the years to come.

Speaking of puzzlers, NumWorlds faces stiff competition on mobile from a vibrant and bustling genre! Don't believe me? Why not explore our comprehensive list of the top 25 best puzzle games on iOS and Android and discover how we've ranked everything from brain-busting challenges to more arcade-style brain-teasers that you can play right now?