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SquareCells
SquareCells is an ambient logic puzzle game.
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| LANGUAGE | AUDIO | SUBTITLES | INTERFACE |
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SquareCells is an ambient logic puzzle game.
Very Positive
1,234 Steam reviews
| LANGUAGE | AUDIO | SUBTITLES | INTERFACE |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | — | — | Y |
Enjoyable if you like puzzle games
Basically a picross deluxe.
This game features puzzles that are similar to picross puzzles, but with other restrictions. The puzzles are moderately difficult, requiring some logical reasoning and trial and error, but nothing extremely demanding. The visuals are simplistic but effective, and completed numbers are grayed out automatically, though the difference between marked and unmarked cells is a bit small. If you're interested in puzzle games, I would suggest that you try it out.
Neat little puzzler. Kind of sudoku meets minesweeper. Some levels are much tighter than others, which require more guesswork and can be frustrating.
Well designed puzzles. Minimalist UI, just what you need. Highly recommended for a quick puzzle fix.
論理パズルとして普通に面白い。ただし、これはおま環かもしれないが、
- 表示されるセルに対してマウスクリックの判定が上にズレてる
- 実績が壊れてる
この二点がなければ、もしくは気にならない程度であればお勧めできる。
really makes ya think.
A simple twist on nonogrids, but it was fun! Not much beyond that you can say about the game, it's simple but very effective and the addition of the [X] icons instead added a layer of difficulty I wasn't expecting from the game in a good way.
блин у этого разраба вроде хорошие игры, но такое управление не интуитивное. убрать в японскийх кроссвордах- всегда парва кнопка - а найти правильное левая. тут наоборот, и логика игры такая - даже если переключишь - не интуитивные нажатися, постоянно ошибаюсь. ♥♥♥♥ такая. но игра хорошая и в целом все серии от него норм, такие сложненькие головолмки смеси саперов яп кросвордов и прочей японской дички
非常有意思的数独，每一关都需要逻辑推理，正反馈比较强，不过有时候会手滑
The best way to sum SquareCells up is that few games nail the feeling of fear of clicking the wrong button as well as this one.
Nice little puzzle game
👍
Not as good as Hexcells, but still enjoyable
Much more difficult than hexcells, even if you're an infinite grinder.
The tutorial section is.... very rapid and questionable in how much information it provides. The opening 30 minutes of this game will be very frustrating. Once you get a knack for the rules, it will make some level of sense.
But it's quite painful and demoralizing to make misclicks.
让你考验我的智力，不是让你考验我的眼力。
我看有些扫雷制作人就是搞不懂这个界限在哪。
Decent puzzle game.
I love these types of games. Blissful ambience and simple colour schemes, this puzzle game doesn't swamp you with mechanics, and won't treat you like someone needing a hand held. Take your time to soak in the vibes and aesthetic...and to those out there that think you have to ever take a guess at positioning, they obviously are impatient, because every puzzle in here can be solved logically without having to look to far ahead.
A good puzzle game. I think Hexcells games are better than this and have more variety of rules, but it's a decent game. If you have played all the Hexcells games and want some additional puzzles, then give this a go.
I'm a big fan of Hexcells by the same dev - this scratched the exact same itch for puzzles for me. Great way to spend an afternoon.
I can recall a few decisions that were made without 100% confidence, but this is otherwise just as masterful and elegant as HexCells.
Absolute shame that it didn't get any follow ups.
みえないよ
К сожалению, пазлы этой игры не вызывают таких приятных эмоций как в Hexcells. Из-за этого впечатление от игры сильно портится на последних головоломках.
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很好玩的小品级puzzle
Классная головоломка. Некоторые уровни проходятся по одному алгоритму, а в некоторых приходится использовать весь арсенал. Все уровни проходятся логично, так что те, кто не смог пройти без метода "тыка" - просто не смогли найти ключ к пониманию конкретной задачи.
Игру рекомендую!
Автор молодец!
I struggled more with the settings menu. Other than that, it's a twist on the formula, following more the picross structure.
The challenge is present here, and should fulfill like the others. Although it suffers a bit from feeling repetitive due to the constraints of the design forcing each level to be a square grid.
I like this game a lot.
You should play it.
Hella chill
Fun little puzzle game. Later levels require a bit more thinking, but all are doable with just the clues given.
他の方も書いている通り基本はピクロス（ノノグラム、お絵かきロジック）です
解き方はピクロスが7割に特殊ルールが3割ほど混ざったような内容
ピクロス系のパズルをやった経験があれば最終ステージまでサクサクいけますが、逆に未経験でこのゲームをクリアするのは多少の覚悟が必要かもしれません
マス目を数えてると目がショボショボしてくる・・・もう少しユーザー補助的な機能があったらよかったかも
個人的には同作者のHexcellsの方が好きかな
I aspire to become a man like Matthew Brown one day...
basically same infinite has as name implies already infinite user level content, this is same, just takes bit time like sudoku to find next number
開幕日本語未対応に気づいてなくてチュートリアル的な説明文で躓いたけどそんなに文字数はないので翻訳ツールに頼るところから始まった
途中何度も「ヒント無さ過ぎだろ！！！」って思い頭を掻きむしりながらもなんやかんやノーミスでクリアできたのでよくできたヒントだった……
ボリュームが少なめっていう声もあるけど、相応に値段も安いので大変おすすめ
SquareCells, developed and published by Matthew Brown, is a clever and engaging puzzle game that challenges players with a fresh take on logic-based grid puzzles. Building upon the foundations of his previous hit, Hexcells, this title presents a new geometric twist by using square grids instead of hexagonal ones, which adds a different kind of complexity and strategy. The game strikes a satisfying balance between simplicity and depth, making it accessible to newcomers while offering enough challenge to keep seasoned puzzle enthusiasts hooked for hours.
At its core, SquareCells tasks players with uncovering hidden patterns on a grid using numerical clues that provide information about how many cells in each row, column, or specific area should be filled or marked. The gameplay loop is elegantly simple: deduce which squares are “filled” or “empty” based on the numerical hints, gradually revealing the correct pattern. What sets SquareCells apart is the way it combines elements from classic puzzles like Sudoku and Nonograms but adds its unique mechanics, such as the introduction of “empty cells” that must be deliberately marked and various clue types that require a nuanced understanding of logic to interpret correctly.
The progression throughout SquareCells is well-paced, with puzzles that start out relatively straightforward to help players familiarize themselves with the game’s rules and gradually ramp up in difficulty. Each puzzle is designed with meticulous attention to detail, requiring increasingly complex logical deductions and careful consideration of multiple overlapping clues. This layered complexity ensures that the game never feels repetitive or frustrating but instead encourages critical thinking and pattern recognition skills. The satisfaction derived from solving particularly challenging puzzles is immense, making it a rewarding experience for those who appreciate cerebral gameplay.
Visually, SquareCells adopts a clean, minimalist design that enhances clarity and focus. The grids are presented with crisp lines and subtle color coding, which helps players easily distinguish between different types of cells and clues without unnecessary distraction. The user interface is intuitive and responsive, allowing for smooth interaction whether using a mouse or a touchscreen. This minimalist aesthetic not only reinforces the game’s cerebral nature but also creates a calming atmosphere that contrasts nicely with the mental effort required to crack each puzzle.
Complementing the gameplay and visuals is a soothing soundtrack that helps maintain concentration and reduces the stress that can sometimes accompany challenging puzzles. The ambient music is unobtrusive but pleasant, creating a meditative environment conducive to extended play sessions. Sound effects are minimal but effective, providing subtle feedback for player actions such as marking or clearing cells.
SquareCells also offers excellent replay value. With over a hundred puzzles spread across multiple levels, it provides many hours of challenging and thoughtful gameplay. For players who enjoy mastering logic puzzles or are fans of brain teasers, this title is a compelling addition to their collection. The game encourages exploration of different solving strategies, making each playthrough unique as players refine their approaches and discover new methods of deduction.
In summary, SquareCells is a thoughtfully designed puzzle game that successfully combines elegance, challenge, and accessibility. Matthew Brown’s ability to craft compelling logic puzzles with clean design and an inviting atmosphere shines through in this title. Whether you are a fan of logic puzzles or simply looking for a mentally stimulating way to pass the time, SquareCells offers a deeply satisfying experience that rewards patience, observation, and logical thinking.
Rating: 9/10
数织玩法，新意和UI设计感觉都不如Hexcells，但也还行。2小时。
Hexcellsシリーズをプレイした後に挑戦！
やっぱりこの作者のゲームは面白いなと改めて感じました!!
数学パズルが好きな人にはオススメしたいゲームです。
難易度もちょうどいいので興味があればぜひ^^
I may be not understanding all the rules but this is SO much worse than Hexcells. I got through half of the game and got a few puzzles that leave NO indications for where *bombs* should be.
Decent puzzle game, feels more restrictive than hexcells though. There are situations where you'll need to work several steps ahead in order to verify the validity of a move, or just make an educated guess based on probability. I'm glad there's only 36 levels because I found it pretty tedious after a while. Worth checking out if you're looking for a new spin on picross.
相比之前玩过的 Hexcells 这一作难了不少。难度主要在后两排，在是与不是之间没有中间值（类似扫雷的插旗），导致玩得有点累，几种可能性只能一一在脑子里枚举排除。
I would say the order of the puzzles are a bit weird, but it's a good game.
后2排要点脑子，和之前的6边形扫雷类似，绝大多数还是靠堆量来加难度
Great little puzzle game. Very satisfying.
Very nice puzzle game, with simple mechanics that turn to be very difficult to solve on the last levels of the game. The music and sound design are very relaxing! I love it!
Nice minesweeper variations, with a medium to moderately hard complexity (a drawing tool, like on Tametsi, is not necessary). Very satisfying to figure out the logic.
It's not terrible, but almost every change this game makes to the Picross formula is a net negative. As an example, take the blocks that show the neighboring number of squares. On paper that might sound like an interesting complication, but all that does is constantly force you to calculate the number of squares in the area. This would be fine as a one-off mechanic, but almost every puzzle uses it to a tedious degree. The first block you solve is exactly the same as the last, and rather than making you think harder, it just creates more busywork.
I enjoyed HexCells, but this really isn't worth your time.
Неплохая игра
Help
Genuinely unfun rules, counterintuitive controls, seemingly no QoL (one missclick is a restart for full score, the game will tell you you don't need to remove any more squares, but you'll still need to mark all the ones that need to stay). Frankly a little insulting to hex cells that it's sold in the same bundle.
Minimalistic and challenging. Somewhat similar to nonograms, but way harder. Loved it.
P.S. in case of complete devastation one can cheat his way through
Great puzzle game!
같은 퍼즐류 게임들 처럼 맞추는 재미가 있어서 좋긴한데..
그게 다임.
추천 할 정도는 아님.
My opinion of SquareCells is very similar to a comment I have about HexCells: what if Picross withheld certain details that were vital to completing the puzzle? This game attempts to make up for removing clues about certain columns and rows by adding numbers inside of certain cells that indicate contiguous segments. Despite this, every puzzle after the first few left me thinking that I simply didn’t have enough information to figure out the solution, resulting in a frustrating loop of trial and error. Also, where Picross-type games often let you mark squares with placeholders in order to experiment without cost, SquareCells forces you to mark each square as “keep” or “remove”, with an immediate penalty if you pick the wrong one. On the plus side, I was able to complete this one faster than most of Matthew Brown’s other games.
打的比较休闲，大约3小时全成就，和前作风格相同，这次玩法是以经典数学谜题+些许变体规则为基础。
+简洁，好上手，关卡数比较合适，音效尚可
-和前作一样的通病，有一些又臭又长的关卡，就像AI出题一样，没深度难度不高还做起来乏味，不如多一些短小精干吃推理的关卡。而且这些长关卡不小心误触就要重打才能全成就。
-绿色背景的关卡里右键标记图标看不清。
-获胜条件是既要标出所有雷，又要点开所有非雷。那么你却只告诉剩余的非雷数量，我还要自己数格子再算剩余雷数，提示又不提示全面。
-既然标雷不会直接视为错误，那么我点开所有非雷就应该视为过关，居然还要我再去标记所有雷，不够人性化。
-上一条没有人性化的同时，内部有数字的格子默认是雷，也没有默认标记上或是不标记也算过关，我还要一个个把这些确定答案的格子去手动标记，误触了还会搞心态，尤其是长关卡。
总体来讲，如此小体量的游戏就更应该在玩家体验上多做打磨，我的游玩过程中发现了上述如此多的问题，所以这是一个差评。
Some hard puzzles towards the end
Отмучился...
(игру можно использовать как пытку)
· 记录：-70%折扣4.50元，25/06/05入。
· 类数织，虽然没有中文，但是也不怎么耽误玩耍。一共36关，主界面左下角可以切换鼠标模式、切换日/夜模式和音乐。
· 这家的益智游戏自成一套风格，还蛮有趣的，虽然相比而言更喜欢这家的那3款扫雷！——2025/06/06
[h2] 🥈Outro excelente puzzle de Matthew Brown[/h2]
Aqui temos basicamente um jogo de picross. É um jogo simples com apresentação é excelente.
overall very good.
can recommend it.
An interesting concept, mixes a lot of different logic puzzle mechanics together... however, it's very short, and a couple puzzles have ambiguous solutions (which you are penalized for getting "wrong")
The colors are also pretty hard on the yes in some levels. A very barebones concept as-is.
Good quality logic puzzle game
+
SquareCells is a compact block deletion puzzle game in the vein of picross. You're given information on the number of blocks in rows and columns, as well as other guidelines such as the number of contiguous blocks in an area.
It is fun and the music is nice.
Later stages are very challenging. I had a great time playing
Coming from the minesweeper-like Hexcells trilogy I was curious about what other kinds of logic based games Matthew had in store. Since the bundle included 2 more games this one was next and upon booting it up I noticed the direction was different this time even if the presentation didn't appear to be that way. Let’s see how it went down.
Unlike the previous games, this one is based on nonograms, also known as Picross. These are the classic grid based logic puzzles where you need to color certain cells based on certain indications, usually following numbers. In that sense you could make the correlation to minesweeper and if you’ve played the previous games some of those variations are related as well. In fact, they are there to make the game more challenging although not so much to alienate the casual gamer.
Regarding its presentation, after adjusting the display resolution properly to your corresponding graphical set up which may not be as easy as it sounds, the minimalist and clean Helvetica facade brushes away any type of distraction, constituting the perfect environment for this kind of puzzler. As a result you can play this on a coffee break, with some tea and toast on the side, even while listening to a podcast with people whose opinions you may not agree with. It's all fair game in order to get those lovely 3 stars at the end and the chime of level completion.
In short, if you want to try a tiny albeit engaging logic variation to nonograms or you’re in need to perfect games to increase your Steam profile statistics, here's an offer.
I like logic puzzles and this game is fun, a bit short
Not as good as Hexcells but still fun.
Another nice puzzle game from the creator of the Hexcells games. The mechanics here are based on nonograms but the game uses a more complex hint system to solve the puzzles. It is more challenging than normal nonograms and based on solving these puzzles flawlessly, not on uncovering images like many nonogram games do ( e.g. like the nice Pictopix here on Steam.). Sometimes a puzzle is only solvable by looking at the "still to remove" counter to discard other remaining possible solution. You need various ideas to solve all the puzzles and to identify fields that are either empty or occupied.
I think it is a good puzzle game, but there are times where you have to guess which is the correct piece. Also, the red and magenta puzzles are so bright that it hurts my eyes, especially the magenta colored puzzles were I have to look at it for long periods of time just to try and solve the puzzle.
Ich habe meinen Spaß, zu empfehlen wenn man Logikpuzzle mag
Intriguing game, almost racks my brain
Not as goated as [i]HexCells[/i], but still incredibly fun and satisfying to play! Definitely recommend this if you're looking for a fun puzzle game!
Just a perfect puzzle game.
SquareCells provides the Hexcells treatment to picross (minus the picture element), i.e. adding additional complexity to the puzzles. Compared to actual picross games, the SquareCells grid never gets particularly large, never getting any larger than 14x14.
Like the Hexcells trilogy, SquareCells contains 36 puzzles, some of which have one or two very hard-to-figure-out moves you need to make that need very close attention to work out. The Hexcells Infinite random generation hasn't been carried forward to this one, however, so replayability is limited by that.
Unfortunately, whilst the puzzles themselves are fun and tricky, and like Hexcells, are possible without guesswork, the game is let down a little by it's presentation, primarily in graphic for flagged cells not being distinct enough to make out easily, particularly under certain colour schemes. Plus, some of the wording of the tutorials could be better, particularly when explaining the numbers within the cells themselves, as it took me a bit to actually figure out that particular mechanic. For this reason, and for the limited short-term replayability, I'm only giving this one a 7/10. Good, but some flaws.
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네모로직 변주곡
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Variations on Nonograms
A small Minesweeper variant. Nothing much to say except it's nice. A good puzzle game if you don't mind minimalist appearances. 😊
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Extremadamente bueno
If you like logical deduction games, SquareCells is a must-play. The levels are well-designed, gradually increasing in difficulty without feeling overwhelming. It’s satisfying to figure out the solutions, and the game does a great job of making you feel smart. A great pick for puzzle fans!
很好的游戏,使我大脑皮层旋转
Picross-like game. I was able to solve all the puzzles in my initial playthrough without a guide. I like the game, but I hate that making one mistake automatically knocks you down to two stars, no matter how big the puzzle is. It's quite frustrating when you're going for the Perfectionist achievement.
[b]게임 적합성 평가 보고서[/b] 제217호
▶가격 [10/10]
3,400원
(10,000원 이하 혜자 / 60,000원 이상 창렬)
▶장단점 [11/30]
▷장점
- 게임이 직관적이고 쉽다.
▷단점
- 같은 조건임에도 3별이 안뜨는 버그가 있다.
- 마우스 조작이 헷갈리기 쉽다.
- 저시력자에게 UI가 매우 불편하다.
▶신선도 [16/20]
▷돚거질 여부
- 필어픽스와 지뢰찾기를 섞은 느낌이라 신선하다.
▶개발사의 품위 [10/20]
▷유저와의 소통
- 없음.
▷개발진들의 잡음
- 없음.
▶평가자의 취향 [8/20]
- 지뢰찾기가 더 재밌는 것 같다. 게임은 쉽게 배울 수 있어야 제맛.
▶종합점수
[h3]55.0[/h3]점으로 똥겜.
Fun
If you have a good 3 hours to kill, and enjoy picross-like games, this is for you! I know this game is old, but if this ever gets DLC, I would snap it up. Almost all of these puzzles are crafted with care, and takes a quite a bit of logical reasoning to complete this game. A solid 8/10.
作者对不能做标记的情况下的谜题难度缺乏认知，后半部分的谜题难得枯燥了。
暇つぶしに最適。問題数がそれほどないのが難点だが、逆に全クリした時の達成感がそこそこなプレイ時間で得られる
I love these puzzles !!!
好玩！
Some stages are not good design. Need more clues or trying to solve.
Смесь японского кроссворда и сапёра. В целом прикольно 👍
Just a piece of dessert.
3時間半で、36ステージをノーミス前実績解除！
メインはイラストロジック、マインスイーパー風の条件が面白いなといった感じ。
すべて理詰めで紐解けるところが気持ちよく、この作者のパズルの質の良さを感じる。
[h1]SquareCells[/h1]
[b]SquareCells[/b] by [b]Matthew Brown[/b] achieves taking a simple concept or idea and making something fun and enjoyable out of it.
The mechanics of the game are intuitive, and each time a new mechanic is introduced, it is done in a clear and understandable manner.
The levels slowly increase in difficulty, and can become moderately complexe or time consuming to solve, yet they remain within a relatively casual range.
The visual aesthetics of the game are clean, polished, and of good quality.
[b]SquareCells[/b] is overall a good quality, slightly challenging, and enjoyable puzzle game from [b]Matthew Brown[/b].
改版扫雷，但是不知道为什么要有三个档
It's no Hexcells but it's a fun, short picross clone.
10/10
Nice, small, sudoku-like puzzle game.
fine puzzle i guess;
doesn't click like the hexagons do;
just couldn't get into it
11.10确诊为数织天赋哥。
音乐很好听，打这类游戏第一个没有关声音的。
悠闲不烧脑，休闲益智小游戏，美美把玩。
