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Blocks That Matter
Blocks That MatterDrill, recycle, and destroy blocks in a retro‑style puzzle platformer
Drill Dozer
Drill DozerDrill into action with Jill’s upgradeable power armor in a retro platform adventure.
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.

Take the role of Jill, daughter of a crime boss, as she chases a stolen heirloom across six diverse areas. Armed with the Drill Dozer, an upgradeable power‑armor vehicle, she battles rival gangs and massive bosses to retrieve the Red Diamond. The game blends classic side‑scrolling platforming with puzzle‑like drilling mechanics, offering a nostalgic yet fresh experience for fans of 2000s handheld titles.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Games
Platformers
Best for
Players who love clever puzzles and retro platforming
Fans of retro platformers
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99−50%
$19.99
release date
2011-05-12
2005-09-22
Specifications
developer
Swing Swing Submarine
Game Freak, Nintendo
publisher
Swing Swing Submarine
Nintendo
age rating
ESRB E
PEGI 7, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
—
75/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative block‑recycling mechanic
  • Distinctive retro visual style
  • Varied material physics add depth
  • Humorous and self‑referential story
  • Engaging upgrade system for the drill vehicle
  • Varied level design keeps gameplay fresh
  • Memorable boss encounters with distinct patterns
  • Charming retro pixel art and soundtrack
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player mode
  • Some levels can feel overly difficult
  • Graphics may feel dated to modern eyes
  • Limited to single‑player experience
  • Difficulty spikes can be steep for newcomers
  • No modern platform releases beyond virtual console
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