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puzzle video game
Grindstone
By Capybara Games, released 1 Jan 2019
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- Xbox Series X and Series S
What it is
Grindstone is a puzzle game from Capybara Games, released on Steam in 2022. On Grindstone Mountain, players match colors and battle Creeps to gather grindstones across more than 600 levels, with puzzles, hazards, bosses, and varied locations along the way. Progress also uncovers blueprints for crafting gear. Other activities include a boss-rush mode, a carnival wheel of fortune, and leaderboards for three daily modes. Its soundtrack is by Sam Webster. Grindstone is a single-player game available for Windows, macOS, and Xbox Series X and Series S. Steam features include achievements, full controller support, Steam Cloud, and stats. Accessibility and input options include color alternatives, custom volume controls, a mouse-only option, play without timed input, and a touch-only option.
What players like, and what they don't
- More than 600 puzzle levels
- Includes bosses and a boss-rush mode
- Full controller support
- Options include color alternatives and no timed input
- Single-player only
- Three daily modes have leaderboards
Who it suits
It suits solo players who enjoy color-matching puzzles mixed with monster battles and a long sequence of levels. Its input and color options may be useful to players seeking alternatives to standard controls or timed play.
Grindstone pairs color-matching puzzles with battles, hazards, and gear crafting across a substantial level run. Its additional modes and range of input options give players different ways to approach the mountain.
