That Numbers Game 2.0, daily puzzles and a sky worth filling
That Numbers Game 2.0 is out on Android and iOS, adding daily challenges, more Journey levels and a night sky that gradually fills with discoveries as you play. Belgian indie developer Tuyware describes it as the puzzle game’s biggest update so far.
The basic idea is simple. Draw a path across touching numbers on a 4×4 board, and the game works out the mathematical signs. Connect 7, 5, 1 and 2, for example and it can become 7 + 5 = 12. Those tiles disappear, new numbers drop into place, and you start looking for another chain.
It sounds complicated when explained like this, but it’s really just a fun maths puzzle that handles some of the paperwork for you.
New problem every day
The new Daily mode gives everyone the same puzzle, but changes the type of challenge between days. You might racefor the target score, face a computer opponent, complete a fixed number of chains or tackle a Time Attack or Endurance challenge.
Daily unlocks after Journey level 5. Completing a puzzle sets off fireworks on its calendar date, while streaks track your progress over consecutive days. You can also spend coins to play earlier dates, enable an optional reminder or challenge a friend to the same puzzle.
The story mode (or journey) contains hundreds of levels, with locked tiles and shields appearing later on. The opening stages have been adjusted to make the game easier to learn, and a button can reveal where a chain begins or solve a goal when you get stuck.
All four arithmetic operations are supported, but the dev says small sums are enough to play well, so there’s no need for college-level maths.
The game works offline and does not require an account. It is free with ads and optional purchases. According to the Google Play listing, coins can be earned or purchased, while the optional full game purchase includes coins, doubles coins earned through play and removes ads except those you choose to request.
For existing players, the expanded Journey and rotating Daily challenges are the main reasons to return. For newcomers, the first five levels provide the introduction before the other modes open up.
Links
Google Play
Apple Store
Tuyware’s official website
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