Concrete Jungle

Not sure what's going on with this game. I have a column reconcile and my opponent goes from -3 to + 5 in the column out of no where. I'm guessing there's some sort of small print on their cards or something that is giving them the numbers, but I've ended the game in versus numerous times (after doing the math) only to have the score calculation turn out completely unexpected. This really needs a log of "this is why this column scored this way". Otherwise numbers fly by and I have no idea how with a greater score in a column I managed to lose. A game is neat, but it really does needs some better UI information to tell you what things do and how cards word. Example: a graphic will show a blue square to the left which means it benefits something to the left. Then when you place it you learn you can select where it benefits (not the blue square as indicated on the card). When decisions are so important moment to moment, you can't fumble the UI. This game fumbles the UI.

If you love puzzles games and they're you're go to choice of game, this might be something to look into. I've played a lot of puzzle games over the years and this felt like something new. At first appearance I was concerned it would feel like a clunky idle city builder (partially becaue I didn't read the description and just saw a few screenshots). And it turned out to be a chill and relaxing puzzle experience. All that matters is houses get points, points clear rows, and cleared rows make good sounds and give bigger numbers. Honestly, if there was a board game just like this it would be a blast to play with friends. The voice actor did a great job with her role as the NPC that feeds you information. Just wish there wasn't so much talking and it was quicker to get into things. I found myself skipping through a lot of the dialogue. I liked the "city planner vibe" that was being presented from it. But it didn't mean anything in the grand scheme of things. I can't see myself picking this up and playing it very often. Games like this aren't my go to choice. But I am happy I tried it out.