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Blocks That Matter
Blocks That MatterDrill, recycle, and destroy blocks in a retro‑style puzzle platformer
Boom Blox
Boom BloxPhysics‑powered block smashing fun for families and friends.
Overview
Description

You play as the Tetrobot, a tiny robot that drills individual blocks of matter, collects them, and recombines them into new four‑block pieces. Each material—sand, wood, stone, obsidian, iron, diamond—behaves differently, demanding clever use of physics and timing. The game blends classic platforming with puzzling line‑clear mechanics, letting you destroy lines of eight or more blocks for satisfying combos. With a quirky indie humor and a retro Russian aesthetic, it challenges you to think strategically while jumping and drilling through ever‑more complex levels.

Boom Blox is an action‑puzzle game where players use the Wii Remote to throw, shoot, or grab colorful blocks and either protect structures or knock them down. Across 300 levels in five distinct worlds, the game challenges you to master angles and timing with realistic physics. The game supports both single‑player challenges and split‑screen multiplayer, letting friends compete or cooperate in fast‑paced block‑busting sessions. Developed with Steven Spielberg, it blends cinematic flair with family‑friendly gameplay.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Games
Puzzle Games
Best for
Players who love clever puzzles and retro platforming
Families and casual gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99−67%
$29.99
release date
2011-05-12
2008-05-05
Specifications
developer
Swing Swing Submarine
Amblin Entertainment, EA Los Angeles
publisher
Swing Swing Submarine
Electronic Arts
age rating
ESRB E
PEGI 3, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
critic score
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77/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative block‑recycling mechanic
  • Distinctive retro visual style
  • Varied material physics add depth
  • Humorous and self‑referential story
  • Engaging physics puzzles
  • Intuitive motion controls
  • Great split‑screen multiplayer
  • Bright, family‑friendly visuals
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Some levels can feel overly difficult
  • Graphics may feel dated to modern eyes
  • Wii‑only platform limits accessibility
  • No online multiplayer
  • Limited replayability after completing all levels
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