Puyo Pop Fever

 DS
  • Publisher: Atlus
  • Release Date: May 3, 2005
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
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  1. GameSpot
    73
    If you can tolerate the forcibly cute presentation, you'll find Puyo Pop Fever to be a solid, addictive puzzle game.
  2. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    71
    The trouble is it’s not especially outstanding either, and lacks the hook enjoyed by the likes of the Tetris or Bust-a-Move games.
  3. RewiredMind
    70
    The single player experience is good enough to practice on before you go into battle with your friends, but the battle itself is where the action is at.
  5. Thunderbolt
    70
    While the core gameplay is fundamentally the same, Puyo Pop Fever just didn’t grab me like "Puyo Pop" on the GBA did. It’s still a good game, but there are a few other puzzlers on the DS that I think are worth your time over this one.
  6. games(TM)
    70
    A videogame that, although still pleasant and enjoyable to play, feels more than a little stale and wholly regurgitated. [June 2006, p.123]
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  7. NGC Magazine UK
    70
    Neat and enjoyable, but surpassed by flashier, more compelling puzzlers. Feels like a launch game because it was. [June 2006, p.39]
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  8. AceGamez
    70
    At heart, Puyo Pop Fever is an entertaining and downright addictive little puzzler, and therefore gets the stamp of approval for those after something refreshingly light-hearted.
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  9. Nintendo Power
    60
    The touch screen gestures are an intriguing concept, but the traditional Control Pad and button controls still work better. [July 2005, p.99]
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  10. Pocket Gamer UK
    50
    Despite its reputation as a Japanese classic, the real puzzle about Puyo Pop Fever is who needs it on DS?

Awards & Rankings

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#18 Best DS Game of 2005
43
#43 Most Discussed DS Game of 2005
40
#40 Most Shared DS Game of 2005

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 2 out of 14
  1. TokyoIsumin
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
    Jeu incroyable qui a bercé mon enfance, l'ambiance est incroyable et les voice lines des héros également, assez dur contrairement à certainsJeu incroyable qui a bercé mon enfance, l'ambiance est incroyable et les voice lines des héros également, assez dur contrairement à certains nouveaux jeux… Full Review »
  2. PMB
    May 7, 2007
    9
    Great for multiplayer puzzle mayhem. If you're looking for puzzle fights, Puyo Puyo is the best thing there is. If you're looking Great for multiplayer puzzle mayhem. If you're looking for puzzle fights, Puyo Puyo is the best thing there is. If you're looking for a single-player puzzle, get something else.… Full Review »
  3. AlbertK.
    Jun 22, 2005
    8
    A solid tetris/puzzle-fighter type game. Similar gameplay mechanics... the fever mode adds a nice twist. Controls are easy and intuitive... A solid tetris/puzzle-fighter type game. Similar gameplay mechanics... the fever mode adds a nice twist. Controls are easy and intuitive... the sounds, some of the most annoying ever. It's a pretty fun game in itself, but, unless you know someone else with a DS, don't expect to play this one past a week.… Full Review »
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