Cogs

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7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 70 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 22 out of 70
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  1. ScottW
    Jul 8, 2009
    10
    I love puzzle games and this one feeds my hunger for them. Gears, steam, balloons and bells some of the best things in a puzzle. Thank you for this game!
  2. TenderVittles
    Jun 10, 2009
    8
    GAMEPLAY: It seems that the main problem professional critics have with this game is that they find sliding puzzles too difficult. That sort of criticism can be discarded, and should be--how much weight should a person's opinion have if they cannot manage the genre to begin with? You either have a mind for puzzles like these, or you don't. For those of you who do, you will find GAMEPLAY: It seems that the main problem professional critics have with this game is that they find sliding puzzles too difficult. That sort of criticism can be discarded, and should be--how much weight should a person's opinion have if they cannot manage the genre to begin with? You either have a mind for puzzles like these, or you don't. For those of you who do, you will find this game to be well worth the reasonable price. The puzzles are numerous and difficult enough that you won't solve them all in just a couple of sittings. The atmosphere of the game is interesting, and the nature of the challenges keep them from being too much like your run-of-the-mill flat sliding puzzles. Also, unlike conventional picture-puzzles, the solution is rarely absolute: if you need to build a long straight pipeline, for instance, you may line up straight pipe pieces in any order to complete it. This flexibility helps to balance out the complexity of even the more difficult puzzles. With regards to gameplay, the only disappointment I have is that you do not have the option to randomly shuffle the puzzle pieces for each challenge after you solve the initial set-up configuration. That would have added to the replayability of the game. GRAPHICS AND SOUND: When it comes to graphics, I agree with the critics. The game looks good, it has a nice atmosphere, but the low resolution means you'll be running it in a window on newer systems. The textures, also, could be much richer. And, there is no widescreen option. The sound--ticking, chiming, and clattering--adds to the mechanical atmosphere of the game. The music is sometimes distracting, but can always be disabled.… Expand
  3. HugoL
    Dec 31, 2010
    8
    I guess this must be heaven for anyone who's into sliding puzzles. Cogs delivers them in great number and variety. The presentation is very well done, the controls are smooth and if you have the patience for this kind of puzzles, you can spend many hours on it. For the less patient who are rather into puzzles that require less planning ahead this might quickly turn into a tedious shufflingI guess this must be heaven for anyone who's into sliding puzzles. Cogs delivers them in great number and variety. The presentation is very well done, the controls are smooth and if you have the patience for this kind of puzzles, you can spend many hours on it. For the less patient who are rather into puzzles that require less planning ahead this might quickly turn into a tedious shuffling around of pieces. It does come at a very reasonable price though, so there is not really anything to complain about.… Expand
  4. mrnice
    Jul 21, 2012
    9
    It made me think and it excels in inventing a rich variety on a simple formula. Worth it for the graphics alone, the designers did a wonderful job. I have no idea how to further improve on the genre. Only the gameplay's root in one singly type of puzzle keeps Cogs from a ten in my book. But one could choose to see its focus as a strength.
  5. DerekP
    Jan 2, 2010
    10
    A brilliantly inventive game with stunning visual aspects. It combines the beauty of the standard sliding puzzle with the complexity of the steampunk inspired mechanics. Not only that, but after you've completed the game you have the option to better your scores through using less moves and less time. Lazy8 studios must also be commended on their friendliness and support to modders A brilliantly inventive game with stunning visual aspects. It combines the beauty of the standard sliding puzzle with the complexity of the steampunk inspired mechanics. Not only that, but after you've completed the game you have the option to better your scores through using less moves and less time. Lazy8 studios must also be commended on their friendliness and support to modders of the game as seen in their forum. Top marks guys.… Expand
  6. Ed
    Oct 6, 2009
    9
    It's mind bending not mind numbing. If you are in the mood for a few mins it's a fantastic diversion to what ails you!
  7. SirToad
    Dec 26, 2009
    8
    It's a very sweet puzzle game. No more, no less. Each puzzle pretty unique, and at some point you WILL be twisting your brain around in finding a solution. The graphics aren't exactly perfect, but it still has a lot of charm in it. I consider it as a game to play when I get a bit fed up with all my action games, or when I just want to play for 30 min or less. Of course, if you It's a very sweet puzzle game. No more, no less. Each puzzle pretty unique, and at some point you WILL be twisting your brain around in finding a solution. The graphics aren't exactly perfect, but it still has a lot of charm in it. I consider it as a game to play when I get a bit fed up with all my action games, or when I just want to play for 30 min or less. Of course, if you hate sliding tiles around (or basically puzzles) you will steer clear from it. Otherwise, for only 8 Euros, it's definitely worth considering buying.… Expand
  8. Godwhacker
    Jan 13, 2012
    6
    Your mileage may vary.

    Do you like sliding block puzzles? The one where there's a grid of numbers placed out of order with one free space, and you have to get them in order by sliding them around one a time? Then you'll like Cogs. Do you hate sliding block puzzles? Then you'll probably tolerate Cogs for a bit before uninstalling it. I personally fall into the latter camp. The art and    Your mileage may vary.

    Do you like sliding block puzzles? The one where there's a grid of numbers placed out of order with one free space, and you have to get them in order by sliding them around one a time? Then you'll like Cogs. Do you hate sliding block puzzles? Then you'll probably tolerate Cogs for a bit before uninstalling it. I personally fall into the latter camp. The art and animation are wonderful, and the way the puzzles are couched is rather innovative, but unfortunately you're still just sliding blocks around, one at a time.    … Expand
  9. badrain
    Dec 1, 2011
    7
    Wow, lovely puzzle game! .. And believe me, normally i hate puzzles ! Cogs is a perfect game for a 15 minute session.. just to exercise your brain;) Levels are well designed, smart and pleasure to watch. Specially when you finish the task and see the outcome - e.g steam moves a little toy helicopter ;) There's plenty of levels and special challenge mode, so you would not be bored. IWow, lovely puzzle game! .. And believe me, normally i hate puzzles ! Cogs is a perfect game for a 15 minute session.. just to exercise your brain;) Levels are well designed, smart and pleasure to watch. Specially when you finish the task and see the outcome - e.g steam moves a little toy helicopter ;) There's plenty of levels and special challenge mode, so you would not be bored. I can imagine that all puzzle fanatics will really enjoy Cogs, for me it's a nice distraction - so, 7 points out of 10. Very decent game, bravo Lazy8 Studios!… Expand
  10. Pomornik
    Oct 14, 2011
    7
    Nice little puzzle game, with pretty graphics and sound. There is alot of levels to solve, but they all play the same, just scrambled blocks you have to put in order all the time. Its ok, but i expected something more original and innovative.
  11. CRL
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Cogs is an excellent, though at times extremely infuriating puzzle game that takes old-fashioned tile sliding puzzles to a new, 3-dimensional extreme. It has enough levels to keep you going for a long time, and the feeling of accomplishment you get from solving a particularly difficult puzzle is pretty good. Add to the regular mode a beat-the-clock option (where you get 30 seconds toCogs is an excellent, though at times extremely infuriating puzzle game that takes old-fashioned tile sliding puzzles to a new, 3-dimensional extreme. It has enough levels to keep you going for a long time, and the feeling of accomplishment you get from solving a particularly difficult puzzle is pretty good. Add to the regular mode a beat-the-clock option (where you get 30 seconds to solve a puzzle), and a limited moves mode (10 moves to solve the puzzle), and this game can give you hours of pure (though at times vexing) enjoyment.… Expand
  12. Durandal
    Jul 27, 2011
    8
    If you like puzzle games, you will probably love Cogs. It's a mixture of classic sliding puzzle mechanics and spacial awareness... all tied up in a nice steampunk package.

    Puzzles are generally accomplished by normal sliding block mechanics.. trading pieces around to put the correct ones in the correct space. The real trick comes as you progress through the levels... the puzzles become    If you like puzzle games, you will probably love Cogs. It's a mixture of classic sliding puzzle mechanics and spacial awareness... all tied up in a nice steampunk package.

    Puzzles are generally accomplished by normal sliding block mechanics.. trading pieces around to put the correct ones in the correct space. The real trick comes as you progress through the levels... the puzzles become 3D... rotated around a cube, or placed back to back... where sliding one piece changes both puzzles' layouts... or having to connect various pieces to make different parts of a machine work on different sides of a cube.

    The graphics and sound effects are spot on (although I would have liked widescreen support, I didn't notice after a while). Graphics are smooth and well done... sound effects are minimal and subtle so as not to get annoying... while still adding to the atmosphere. Even the menus are fun.

    Not the most original puzzle game I've ever played, but presentation and fun factor are top notch.    … Expand
  13. bazooka71
    Dec 27, 2011
    8
    A very challenging game which is more than worth it for the small price tag. Extra time and move challenges give a lot of replayability and the different tile types mean that there is enough variety to keep you engaged for a long time.
  14. STMary
    Jun 5, 2012
    10
    I had no idea that Cogs, a somewhat random pick up I obtained in the Humble Bundle, would entrap me the way it did. I don't exactly know how to review this title, after all it really is just a sliding puzzle game. All I can tell you is give it a chance, the game is beautifully executed.
  15. Wadeyboy
    Mar 30, 2012
    7
    Great litle puzzle game which combines simple ideas into something quite innovative and ingenious. It takes the age old sliding blocks puzzle and adds a few ideas of it's own to create a fun, addictive puzzler. It starts off easy but becomes something that will make your head hurt! Not the sort of thing you will play for hours on end, but is just right for a quick go...or two. It's cheapGreat litle puzzle game which combines simple ideas into something quite innovative and ingenious. It takes the age old sliding blocks puzzle and adds a few ideas of it's own to create a fun, addictive puzzler. It starts off easy but becomes something that will make your head hurt! Not the sort of thing you will play for hours on end, but is just right for a quick go...or two. It's cheap price means you can't really go wrong. A game that will appeal even to people who don't normally play computer games, because it's something that anybody can just sit down and know how to play straight away.… Expand
  16. ilas
    May 23, 2009
    8
    We need to see more of games like this.
  17. FurryMe
    Sep 30, 2010
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [PL]Gra ta jest fantastyczna, daje wiele zabawy i rozwija umysÅ… Expand
  18. irishScott
    Feb 16, 2013
    10
    Take this game for what is, the ultimate sliding block puzzle collection. It's not just about re-building a picture, you have to arrange gears such they they play simple musical tones in the proper order at the proper rhythm, arrange pipe segments to route steam to multiple locations, and more often than not do both at once in a variety of 3D environments. There are planes with pipes andTake this game for what is, the ultimate sliding block puzzle collection. It's not just about re-building a picture, you have to arrange gears such they they play simple musical tones in the proper order at the proper rhythm, arrange pipe segments to route steam to multiple locations, and more often than not do both at once in a variety of 3D environments. There are planes with pipes and gear shafts running through the board, and you have to simultaneously arrange both sides (while only being able to view one side at a time) perfectly for the system to work. There are cylinders, cubes where each side affects the function of its adjacent side, and other innovative environments. There are also bronze, silver, and gold medal achievements for both time and number of moves to complete, which I found highly addicting. The animation and art are awesome, and the music is perfect, providing a nice contemplative atmosphere without being intrusive. So taken for what it is, this easily scores a 10 in my book. A lot of the criticism I see here seems to stem from the reviewer not liking sliding block puzzles or thinking that the puzzles in Cogs are too hard; which is like criticizing a su-do-ku puzzle for not being a crossword. If you enjoy visual puzzles of any variety, I'd say there's a good chance you'll enjoy Cogs.… Expand
  19. keefbaker
    Oct 27, 2013
    7
    Essentially a 3d slidey puzzle which also makes use of logic and basic mechanics. Quite a bit of fun if a bit (for me) short lived enjoyment-wise but then sliding tile puzzles make me want to burn things, so..
  20. JimCorbett
    Apr 16, 2013
    5
    This is an average puzzle game that will offer you some fun moments, but nothing spectacular. The graphics are good and the puzzles are challenging in this game, but unless you're a die-hard puzzle game fan, you won't be overly enjoying it. It's fun for about 30 minutes at a time, but anything more than that and it starts to become boring. A well made game that offers nothing new to the genre.
  21. 176-761
    Jan 30, 2013
    9
    Great 3D-puzzle, just the way I like it. I have this on PC and Android, which both it works great :) Levels are very challenging and there are interesting game modes, like time/move challenges. Needs addon support and level editor, so users could make their own puzzles :)
  22. BowLL
    May 22, 2021
    7
    whenever i remembered playing this, it had pretty much an actual good quality and detail. it had many variety of levels, but the amount of difficulty that increases as it goes, was actually pretty tough to handle. but overall, it's a really pleasant experience if you're really into puzzles.

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#87 Most Discussed PC Game of 2009

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. IGN
    73
    The extreme difficulty, coupled with the lack of a hint system, makes Cogs more of a diversion that you'll probably move on from quickly than something that you'll sink a lot of time into.
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  2. Gameplayer
    85
    The game has three game modes and 50 levels, so even when you’ve beaten the ever-increasing-in-difficulty Inventor Mode (basic puzzles and mechanics) you can take them all on again in Time Challenge Mode (30 second time limit) and Move Challenge Mode (ten moves only).
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  3. Cheat Code Central
    76
    Slide-puzzle addicts with a steampunk fetish will undoubtedly find themselves in heaven.
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