Zuma Deluxe

 Xbox 360
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. GameSpot
    72
    The stages get progressively more challenging as more-complex layouts and additional ball colors are introduced, and while the underlying gameplay really doesn't change much, it's still an engaging way to pass the time.
  2. Eurogamer
    70
    A hugely addictive addition to the Live Arcade scene, but very much a completist's game for the lone puzzler.
  3. MS Xbox World
    70
    This game proves the argument that game play is more important than graphics. The addictive nature of this fast, action puzzle shooter will make sure you come back time and time again to break up those long sessions on any other 360 title.
  5. X-ONE Magazine UK
    50
    Sooner or later you're going to be angered by options you can see but can't actually play. [Issue#23, p.97]
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Awards & Rankings

14
#14 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2005
25
#25 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2005
14
#14 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2005

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 16 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 16
  3. Negative: 3 out of 16
  1. Broyax
    Dec 31, 2016
    1
    Petit jeu, très petit jeu au principe minable réalisé en 3 couleurs et demi que l'on a l'habitude de voir sur les smartphones pour jouer dansPetit jeu, très petit jeu au principe minable réalisé en 3 couleurs et demi que l'on a l'habitude de voir sur les smartphones pour jouer dans le métro remplis de noyés ou dans le bus bourré de zombis.

    Aussi est-il vraiment étonnant de voir un tel déchet du pixel atterrir sur une console HD telle que la Xbox 360. Et a fortiori sur PC ! Répétitif rapidement et rapidement répétitif, Zuma passe aussi vite que la danse à gogols de l'été ; son effet est celui d'un gros pet qu'on fait semblant de ne pas remarquer. Faites des mots croisés, c'est moins con.    … Full Review »
  2. Old_Biff
    May 29, 2012
    10
    This is a great game. It is very challenging but worth playing none the less. It is one of those games that once you pick it up you can't putThis is a great game. It is very challenging but worth playing none the less. It is one of those games that once you pick it up you can't put it down. This is much better than Luxor 2 which is a crap knock off of this. If you like puzzle games or something with a challenge I highly reccomend this title.… Full Review »
  3. JoeMasters
    May 22, 2008
    9
    I didn't like this game at first. Using the left thumb control was a bit awkward for spinning the frog around to shoot the balls.I didn't like this game at first. Using the left thumb control was a bit awkward for spinning the frog around to shoot the balls. Perseverence pays off, though, and I spent more hours playing this game than all other XBLA titles I tried or bought, combined(not a lot, but some).… Full Review »
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