Grindstone

Grindstone

September 19, 2019

Puzzle Nintendo SwitchPCPlayStation 4PlayStation 5Xbox Series X/S

Smash creeps to get huge combos and earn precious Grindstones in CAPY’s hit puzzle-battler. Cash in your grindstones to craft new gear and overcome devious enemies, obstacles, and boss encounters as you conquer Grindstone Mountain’s 200+ levels, and prove your prowess on the daily mode’s leaderboards. Features: - Brutal Puzzle-Battle …

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Aaron Price WayTooManyGames Sep 2019
40.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

40.0

Story

20.0

"Candy Crush essentially created the formula that Grindstone and so many others follow. It is just something that needs to be noted before walking into it though."

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A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Sep 2019
80.0 /100

"Grindstone is the sort of puzzler that appeals to hardcore genre fans and casual gamers alike with its immediately gratifying gameplay."

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Alex Santa Maria TechRaptor Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

50.0

"The Apple Arcade showpiece arrives on Nintendo&s;s portable."

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Dominic Leighton TheSixthAxis Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

30.0

"Grindstone is a puzzle classic, and Capybara Games have ensured that its transition to PS5 is flawless."

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Farley Santos GameBlast Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

45.0

"Grindstone uses simple mechanics in an elegant way in an exceptional puzzle. Creating sequences of attacks during the stages is easy and intuitive, but the increasing difficulty forces us to think strategically - it is very rewarding to clear the …"

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Joel DeWitte NintendoWorldReport Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

50.0

"Grindstone is an example of a game which hits all the right notes and keeps up a quality in gameplay throughout that many struggle to maintain. The divine gameplay mechanics give a wonderful sense of control in spite of the …"

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Josh Speer Hey Poor Player Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"Honestly, Grindstone is a game I’m ecstatic I finally got to try. If I hadn’t known it was originally for mobile, I wouldn’t have believed it. This is a high-quality adventure, and a reason I keep following the work of …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Sep 2019
95.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

60.0

"There’s nothing I like more than a surprise game that shows up, slaps you around a bit, and leaves you thirsting for more..."

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Kim Snaith GameSpew Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"Grindstone‘s premise is simple in the best way possible: this is the sort of puzzle game that really gets its claws into you and doesn’t let go. Getting a high score in a daily challenge is a thrill, and getting …"

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Lyle Carr God is a Geek Sep 2019
90.0 /100

"A puzzling masterpiece, Grindstone is easy to learn but hard to master. With a ridiculous amount of content and varied gameplay, Grindstone is the total package."

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Paula Moore LadiesGamers.com Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

75.0

"Grindstone is a simple dungeon crawler bursting with charm and instant gratification. The short, engaging gameplay loop is good enough to never get boring, no matter how many times I went through it. It’s effective, fun and addictive and has …"

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Ricky Berg Nintendo Wire Sep 2019
80.0 /100

"If you’re into its visual style and addictive, puzzling experiences then Grindstone stands with the best of ‘em."

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Sebastian Hawden PlayStation Universe Sep 2019
90.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

40.0

"Grindstone is one of the most addictive games I have played this year. A beautiful presentation melded with a rewarding, visceral gameplay loop makes you not want to put it down. Grindstone is a bright, Saturday morning cartoon where you …"

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Stefano Castelli IGN Italy Sep 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

40.0

"Another hit puzzle game from Capybara Games. Not on par with their Might &a; Magic: Clash of Heroes, yet a very fine experience."

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Ville Kovanen Fintendo Sep 2019
90.0 /100

""Grind puzzle levels instead of gears.""

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