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Critter Crunch

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9.8 User Score:

Generally favorable reviews

Based on 16 critic reviews
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Game Info

Publisher: Capybara Games

Developer: Capybara Games

Genre(s): Puzzle

Players: 2

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)

Release Date: September 30, 2009

Summary

[Playstation Network] Critter Crunch is fueled by an original and award-winning “food chain” puzzle mechanic, which is all about feeding critters into each other until they burst. It's exactly as cute as it is horrible and sad, just like nature itself! The game features a bunch of single player modes like adventure & puzzle, as well as online and local multiplayer in versus & co-op flavors, with a plethora of fancy trophies to collect. It also has lots of really pretty 1080p art that should make your HDTV happy. [Capybara]

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What The Critics Said

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1UP

Critter Crunch is one of the more clever puzzle games I've played recently, and it has charm and personality to spare. The numerous modes grant it a longevity that makes the $6.99 asking price easy to justify even for the tightest wallets.

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Destructoid

With solid gameplay mechanics and the iconic character designs of Biggs and company, it's a game that belongs in any puzzle fan's digital library. Even if you could resist the adorable allure of Biggs, the price might stop you in your tracks. At only $6.99, Critter Crunch may very well be one of the best values in puzzle gaming you'll find this year.

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Gamer Limit

For the low price of $6.99, given the large amount of content, it's hard to pass this one up. It's innovative, fun, and overall, a great gem to have in your collection.

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Cheat Code Central

This addictive puzzle game is lots of fun and comes loaded with dozens of adventure, puzzle, and challenge stages as well as local and online multiplayer gameplay. Best of all, it's super cheap!

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TheSixthAxis

Critter Crunch is a charming, funny and extremely well-presented game with solid and engaging gameplay mechanics. There are issues with the multiplayer but for fans of puzzle games this is a must-have which will amuse and entertain you without ever becoming frustrating.

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Games Radar (in-house)

Critter Crunch is deceptively cute and cushy, but underneath the hood it's one of the most solid puzzle experiences you'll find on the PS3.

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Gamer 2.0

With a deep single-player mode, online multiplayer, and fun, challenging gameplay, Critter Crunch is one of the standouts in the puzzle genre this year that deserves your $6.99 to check it out for yourself.

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Eurogamer

Highly addictive.

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WonderwallWeb

Critter Crunch is one of the best puzzlers around, it's highly addictive and looks stunning. Anyone with a PS3 should own this title.

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Console Monster

One of the best puzzle games available on the market I've experienced.

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IGN

It sets a new standard for graphics in the genre and is simply one of the best looking games on PSN. Luckily, it also has the gameplay to back up the looks.

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Gaming Age

Critter Crunch turns the traditional chain-crazy puzzle genre onto its organic head for a Tropicana of colors and need to feed, with enough substance to call it smart as well.

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GamePro

In the end, while Critter Crunch might not be the most unique puzzler available on PSN, the game's charming characters, stunning animation, and variety-packed gameplay makes it well worth the paltry asking price. Just don’t ask Biggs for food…you won’t like what he gives you.

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Thunderbolt

It may be hard to swallow, but this former iPhone exclusive is easily the best puzzler found on the PlayStation 3.

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PSM3 Magazine UK

Crude, simple, and really good fun to boot. [Dec 2009, p.102]

GameCritics

Although appearances may be deceiving, don't judge too soon—Critter Crunch is a high-quality addition to the PSN library, and a must for PS3 puzzle fans with an internet connection. Just be ready to grit your teeth a bit towards the end.

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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this game is 9.8 (out of 10) based on 9 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

Chris C. gave it a10:
Great mechanics, cheeky theme/design. Graphics are excellent and crisp, a great deal of detail and design were put into the interface, fonts, and overall design. The game is fun and easy to pick up. Tutorials are not too long and really give new users a good feel for the gameplay. The price is right, also.

Diogo P. gave it a10:
Puzzle games are constantly being re-invented these days, but what the guys at Capybara games did goes beyond anything we see on PSN, XBLA and even the App Store (Where Critter Crunch initially debuted). It has got the looks (setting a pretty high hand-draw graphics standards), has got the soul (iconic characters, funky universe and an absurdly surreal sense of humor) and of course, has their gameplay mechanics completely nailed. Totally addictive, this version is seriously improved from the one you may have on your iPhone. With a price that comes really handy in comparison to other PSN full-titles, this is a must buy.... for everyone.

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