Crayon Physics Screenshot

So, a very brief post this week. I had some pretty thought probing bookmarks saved to discuss at length but soon discovered the amount of homework chasing me Indiana Jones style, seemingly through a similar obstacle course of deadly temple traps. If I stop for too long I’m sure the boulder will catch up with me, so here’s what I have to say.

If you liked Scribblenauts, or puzzle games in general (a.ka. Braid, The Incredible Machine, World of Goo), then I think you should check out Crayon Physics next to wasteaway some of your study time. Involving similar structure as the aforementioned games, each level (from what I can tell) you’re given a problem and a means to solve it, but you need to discover it on your own. Unlike Scribblenauts, which uses words to solve the puzzle, you need to draw your way out of things. This may prove more fun for the artistically tuned or those lucky enough to own a tablet. I think due to the whimsical nature of drawing with crayons and the simple nature presented as the basis for this game it should win over even the coldest of hearts, if only for a little while.

Crayon Physics Screenshot

The demo is free to download  with the full game costing you $19.95 (exchange rates apply). I know I plan on diving into this nugget as soon as a bit more free time passes my way (or I seek it out) and I suggest you do too. Even if puzzle games aren’t really your thing, if you’re having trouble trying to figure out how to tackle your final project or paper, puzzle games can do wonders to help you think about situations and ideas in new ways. Who knows, maybe playing around with this game (or others like it) might help you get past your mental road block and finish things together before you stress your brains out!

To view their demo video check out their website or on YouTube.