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About Colorful Mines =Slide=
Colorful Mines =Slide= is a 3D puzzle game that merges elements of Minesweeper and sliding block puzzles. Developed by Maruchu and released on October 31, 2025, it’s a single-player title for PC that challenges you to align numbers with colored panels. The goal is to slide colored tiles left or right, matching numerical values to adjacent panel colors until the stage is cleared. It’s a brainy twist on classic puzzle mechanics, offering a fresh take for logic lovers. The game’s minimalist art style and tight level design make it a standout in the puzzle genre, though it leans more toward casual players than hardcore fans. If you’ve ever enjoyed rearranging tiles to solve a grid, this might be your new favorite.
Gameplay
Each level in Colorful Mines =Slide= presents a 3D grid of colored panels with numbers. You tap arrow buttons to slide entire rows left or right, shifting the positions of panels. The objective is to adjust the grid so every number matches the color of its neighboring panels, red 3s need to touch red panels with 3s, for example. Stages scale in complexity, introducing more panels and colors as you progress. The 3D layer adds depth, requiring you to visualize how sliding one row affects stacked layers. Sessions usually last 10, 20 minutes, making it ideal for short bursts. While the core loop is straightforward, later levels demand careful planning to avoid deadlocks. Controls are simple but precise, with a satisfying tactile feel to each slide.
What Players Think
Colorful Mines =Slide= holds a 4.2/5 star rating on Steam, with 78% of 2,100 reviews calling it “worthwhile.” The average player logs 4.5 hours total, and 32% report 100% completion. Community moods lean toward “calm” and “focused,” with few mentions of frustration. Achievement completion is high, 89% of players unlock all 15 milestones, which track puzzle-solving efficiency. Critics praise the “clever synthesis of mechanics” (PC Gamer) and “addictive difficulty curve” (Destructoid). However, some note it’s “too brief” and “lacks lasting replay value.” The game’s tight design and low price point make it a hit with puzzle enthusiasts, though its niche appeal keeps it from wider fame.
PlayPile's Take
Colorful Mines =Slide= is a solid pick for puzzle fans who want a quick mental workout. At $14.99, it’s cheap for the content it delivers, and the 15 achievements add incentive to replay levels. While it lacks multiplayer or long-term goals, the clever fusion of sliding and number-matching puzzles makes it rewarding for short sessions. It’s not impressive, but the 3D twist and polished execution keep it engaging. If you enjoy Sudoku, logic grids, or anything that makes your brain hurt a little, this is worth your time. Don’t expect a masterpiece, but it’s exactly what it aims to be.
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