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Apple TV Games to Help You Unwind After a Long Day
After a long day of hustle and bustle at the office, school, or wherever, gaming can be a great way to help unwind. Here is a list of fun and immersive experiences on the Apple TV that should help you rest, relax, and recharge for a new day.
When you want to relax with a stimulating puzzle to keep your mind busy
Quell Reflect+ is a beautiful and challenging puzzle game that really makes you use your head. You'll have to use logic to solve the puzzles, and the difficulty curve is gradual and relaxed, so you won't get frustrated. The hand-painted artwork is unique and definitely calming, so it's time to sit back and relax after a long day.
Why we love it
Quell Reflect+ is a charming and soothing puzzle game that originated on iOS but is now available on Apple TV.
For those who like interacting with mini worlds filled with interconnected mechanisms.
Lumino City s arguably the best game of the year. The game is beautiful, the music is outstanding, controls are simple to learn, the puzzles are terrific, and the story is rather captivating and immersive. This is a puzzle adventure that is worth every penny and highly recommended if you are a fan of the genre.
Why we love it
The graphics in Lumino City are stunning. A big reason behind this is the fact that everything that you see in the game was created by hand out of real-world materials. The entire game is based off of a real life model city that the developers created from scratch, and the results have paid off.
For those who like new puzzle ideas, and shadow puppets.
Shadowmatic is one of the best you can grab so far this year. I am in love with the pragmatic visuals, the exclusive environments, ambient tunes, and simple controls. The progress bar works well in telling me if I’m close to solving it, though at times it just feels like I’m randomly spinning it around to light up the dots.
Why we love it
If you're looking for a game that is special and relaxing, Shadowmatic is for you. The shadows are sharp and contrast well with the rest of the surroundings, and it’s incredibly fun to watch the shadows morph into something new as you move the figures around. The animations are super smooth and the soundtrack is a joy to listen to, best experienced with a good pair of headphones.
Quell Memento+ is a zen puzzle game that will challenge you as it relaxes you. You must plan your moves ahead of time and watch out for the obstacles you will encounter while achieving the level goal. The soothing music and attractive graphics and animations make this an enjoyable gaming experience.
Why we love it
- Enjoy upbeat-themed games
- Love action adventures
- Like fast-faced gameplay
For a tranquil game that offers a unique challenge, Quell Memento+ delivers. Move your raindrop to collect valuable items and avoid spikes and other dangers as you listen to the calming background music. You will find yourself challenged in each enjoyable level, which for puzzle fans is perfect.
For those who like games that require thinking ahead.
Swapperoo brings fun twists to the matching game genre that make it a pleasure to play. The challenges of matching shiny stars and giant eyes as well as the armored tiles and those with a move limit keep the game fresh with every level. The jazzy background music adds a nice touch and the sound effects are lively.
Why we love it
For puzzle fans, Swapperoo is a great addition to your game list. With enjoyable objectives to meet, the game will challenge your puzzle-solving skills while entertaining you with snappy music. Swapperoo is a must-have on Apple TV for puzzle fanatics.
Percepto is a puzzle game based on your perception of a room that alternates between two and three dimensions. So while the room may look 2-D or 3-D at times, you may have to think in the opposite dimension in order to solve the puzzle. You'll have to rotate between views in order to line up your character with the door, avoiding obstacles like moving blocks and stairs. Once you get Bruce to the door, he shouts out a cheerful "Woo hoo" to encourage you. It's a unique approach to puzzles and definitely worth checking out if you liked games such as Monument Valley and Fez.
Why we love it
Percepto is intensely challenging, and offers puzzle fans something they can sink their teeth into. It features great, even if simple, graphics and an impressive user interface. The controls are intuitive and easy to learn, but the game still offers plenty of challenge in its game play.
For those who like Sci-Fi adventures that emphasize story above all else.
Set in the retro-futuristic world of 1976, this strategic adventure follows a group of cosmic explorers to a strange planet. Solve perplexing puzzles and mysteries, keep track of inventory items, and control multiple characters as you cleverly plan your next move. Space Age: A Cosmic Adventure is an action, puzzle, and strategy game rolled into one.
Why we love it
Space Age: A Cosmic Adventure is easy to pick up and play. Even though you are almost guided through the beginning stages, you do still have to put on your thinking cap. The graphics are vibrant and the sound effects are entertaining.
For those who like block sliding puzzle games with a relaxing flow.
BLOCnog requires some thinking because only obstacles and walls will stop your block from sliding. Maneuvering the block to the target square is tougher than you would think and each level, obviously, gets just a bit more difficult. If you enjoy playing challenging games of strategic moves then BLOCnog is a good choice.
If you enjoy challenging puzzles that requires planning, then BLOCnog is the game for you. Look ahead before moving your block to see where you need it to land and reach the target to continue onto the next level.
