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Neves (video game)

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Neves
Developer(s)Yuke's
Publisher(s)
Platform(s)Nintendo DS, Wii
ReleaseNintendo DS
  • NA: 6 November 2007
  • JP: 15 November 2007
  • EU: 28 March 2008
  • AU: 8 May 2008
Wii
  • JP: 26 May 2009
  • NA: 22 June 2009
  • EU: 11 June 2010
Genre(s)Puzzle
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Neves, known in Japan as Hamekomi Lucky Puzzle DS (ハメコミ LUCKY PUZZLE DS, Hamekomi Rakkī Pazuru Dīesu), is a puzzle video game developed by Yuke's Media Creations for the Nintendo DS, based on the Japanese Lucky Puzzle, a tangram-like dissection puzzle. In the game, players use the stylus to move, rotate and flip pieces on the DS's touch screen to clear puzzles. It features over 500 different puzzles from which to choose.

A sequel, Neves Plus (Hamekomi Lucky Puzzle Wii (ハメコミ LUCKY PUZZLE Wii, Hamekomi Rakkī Pazuru Uī) in Japan), was released for WiiWare in Japan on 26 May 2009, in North America on 22 June 2009 and in Europe on 11 June 2010.[1]

Gameplay

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In each puzzle the player is given an image which they then must try to recreate using only the following seven pieces:

  • two identical right isosceles triangles, with sides length and hypotenuse of length
  • four right trapezoids of various sizes - the side lengths are given with the first three sides creating the two right angles:
    • two have side lengths , , , and
    • one has side lengths , , , and
    • one has side lengths , , , and
  • one home plate-like pentagon, with sides , , , , and

The seven pieces form a rectangle of length 1 by 5/4.

Game modes

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  • Tutorial: Learn the controls and how to play.
  • Silhouettes?: Standard play mode. Solve puzzles with no time restriction.
  • Time Pressure: Mode for experienced players. Stages have a time limit of 3 minutes. Players must try to solve each puzzle in less than a minute.
  • 7 steps: Advanced mode for expert players. The player must place each piece perfectly with no room for mistakes.

With the Bragging Rights mode, multiple Neves players can compete with others who do not have a copy of the game via DS Download Play.

WiiWare version

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Players of the WiiWare version of the game called NEVES Plus, (known as NEVES Plus: Pantheon of Tangrams in Europe) use the Wii Remote to grab and rotate puzzle pieces, with up to four players being able to solve the puzzle simultaneously or compete against each other in teams of two. The game also features new multiplayer modes and an Ancient Egypt-themed setting.[1] A sequel of the game called NEVES Plus Returns (Hamekomi Lucky Puzzle Wii Returns) was released for WiiWare in Japan.

Reception

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Neves received above-average reviews, while Neves Plus received "generally favourable reviews", according to the review aggregation website Metacritic.[2][3] In Japan, Famitsu gave the former a score of one six and three sevens for a total of 27 out of 40.[6]

Craig Harris of IGN said that the DS version was fun and appealing but too expensive for the amount of stuff it offers.[9] Den of Geek criticised its very frustrating controls.[16] Hexus didn't gave Neves a score but praised the amount of levels.[17] The site also stated that the game lacks Wi-Fi and multiple profile feature.[17] Todd Melick of GamePro called the same DS version "an addictive puzzle solving experience. Other than the drawback of the $30 price, my only real gripe with the game is that the jazz inspired soundtrack gets repetitive. The gameplay may grow old to some, but if you're looking for a mind-bending experience, Neves is a game that will keep you thinking."[18][a] However, Andrew Ramsey later gave Neves Plus four out of five, saying, "While Neves Plus seems like its [sic] barebones there is actually a lot going for this package. The only letdown is a lack of an online mode. But with all the puzzles you get and the many modes to play this is certainly another winner to add on Nintendo's list, especially since its sporting a 600 point price tag. So grab your friends and get ready to solve some puzzles, especially some of the odd ones featuring Japanese caricatures."[19]

Notes

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  1. ^ GamePro gave the DS version two 4/5 scores for graphics and fun factor, 3.5/5 for sound, and 5/5 for control.

References

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  1. ^ a b Marcel van Duyn (22 June 2009). "Nintendo Download: Drill Sergeants, Puzzles, Golf, Art Styles and Planets (US)". Nintendo Life. Hookshot Media. Archived from the original on 24 March 2023. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Neves". Metacritic. Fandom. Archived from the original on 4 December 2023. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
  3. ^ a b "NEVES Plus". Metacritic. Fandom. Archived from the original on 4 June 2024. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
  4. ^ Topher Cantler (18 November 2007). "Destructoid review: NEVES for Nintendo DS". Destructoid. Gamurs. Archived from the original on 8 February 2023. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  5. ^ Rob Fahey (15 May 2008). "DS Roundup". Eurogamer. Gamer Network. Archived from the original on 17 February 2018. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  6. ^ a b Anoop Gantayat (20 November 2007). "Gaming Life in Japan". IGN. Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on 5 June 2024. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  7. ^ Frank Provo (16 November 2007). "Neves Review". GameSpot. Fandom. Archived from the original on 2 September 2022. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  8. ^ Stephen Woodward (19 November 2007). "NEVES - NDS - Review". GameZone. Archived from the original on 28 September 2008. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  9. ^ a b Craig Harris (13 November 2007). "Neves Review". IGN. Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on 2 September 2022. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  10. ^ Craig Harris (22 June 2009). "Neves Plus Review". IGN. Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on 6 October 2015. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  11. ^ Corbie Dillard (23 June 2009). "NEVES Plus Review". Nintendo Life. Hookshot Media. Archived from the original on 28 November 2023. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  12. ^ Tom East (2 April 2008). "Neves Review". Official Nintendo Magazine. Future plc. Archived from the original on 7 October 2014. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  13. ^ "Neves Plus". Official Nintendo Magazine. Future plc. August 2010. p. 97.
  14. ^ Jon Mundy (23 March 2008). "NEVES". Pocket Gamer. Steel Media Ltd. Archived from the original on 22 September 2023. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  15. ^ Roy Kimber (25 April 2008). "Neves Review". VideoGamer.com. Resero Network. Archived from the original on 8 September 2015. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  16. ^ a b Kim Kaze (9 April 2008). "Neves Nintendo DS review". Den of Geek. DoG Tech LLC. Archived from the original on 25 March 2023. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  17. ^ a b Steve Williamson (18 March 2008). "Review: NEVES - Nintendo DS". Hexus. The Media Team Ltd. Archived from the original on 3 February 2023. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  18. ^ Todd Melick (November 26, 2007). "Review: Neves". GamePro. IDG. Archived from the original on 27 January 2008. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
  19. ^ Andrew Ramsey (26 June 2009). "WiiWare Review: Nevel Plus! [sic]". GamePro. IDG. Archived from the original on 25 June 2010. Retrieved 5 June 2024.
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