BLUK - Physics Jump in IOS

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Our Site Score

84/100

BLUK is a beautiful example of 'less is more' in game design. It’s a physics-based platformer that relies on a single pull-and-release mechanic, yet it manages to be incredibly challenging and meditative at the same time. The minimalist art style and ambient soundscape create a very relaxing atmosphere.

The progression through different worlds, each with its own unique physics quirk, keeps the gameplay from getting stale. It requires a lot of precision and patience, which might frustrate some, but landing a perfect jump across a wide gap is immensely satisfying. It’s a perfect 'flow state' game for short sessions.

Reviewed on: Fri Jun 14 2024
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Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. BLUK is a game that wants you to relax, but the gameplay says otherwise. The physics-based jumping is precise and takes a lot of practice to master. It’s essentially 'Angry Birds' but as a platformer. The aesthetics are fantasticβ€”very clean, minimalist, and accompanied by a great chill-out soundtrack.

However, the difficulty spikes are brutal. One pixel off and you’re back to the start of the level. I don't mind a challenge, but when the vibe of the game is 'Zen,' a punishing 'perma-death' feel is a weird design choice. It’s good for short bursts, but the frustration levels can get high for what looks like a simple mobile game.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Beautiful minimalist art style
  • Satisfying physics mechanics
  • Great atmospheric music
  • Frustrating difficulty spikes
  • Repetitive gameplay loop
  • Unclear narrative

Technical Report

Performance: Very smooth; physics engine is consistent.

Accessibility:
  • None (requires high precision)

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy precision platformers and minimalist aesthetics.

Skip if: You get frustrated easily by trial-and-error gameplay.

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  • Monument Valley
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Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun
  • Hardware: iPhone 14
  • Playtime: 6 hours
  • Status: Finished 3 Worlds

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 2.0.1Fri Mar 07 2025

β‹„ BLUK 2.0 - Now free to play - if previously bought, you can restore premium version

β‹„ Shards - Collect Shards across worlds to unlock memories and races

β‹„ Echoes Of The Past - Regain BLUK's lost memories

β‹„ Choose A Race - Choose between Prime (Original), Spectrum, Vanguard or Vertex

β‹„ Improved Difficulty Curve - BLUK is now easier to learn

β‹„ Multiple Game Modes - Switch between YORE (Easy Mode), SAGA (Original) and FATE (Hard Mode)

β‹„ Color Customization - BLUK's color can be customized when in Prime or Vertex Race

β‹„ New Achievements & Leaderboards

β‹„ Dark / Tinted Icon support for iOS 18 devices

β‹„ GameMode support for iOS 18 devices


As a block with unique abilities, you set off on a magical journey to uncover the origins of a mysterious darkness that is disrupting the harmony of the realms.

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** Editors Choice in more than 80 countries **

** AppStore Best of September 2016 **

** Best of 2016 **

β€˜Big Indie Pitch’ Nominee at Pocket Gamer Connects 2016

β€˜Upcoming Game of the Year’ Finalist at NGF Awards 2015

"Bluk is a great visual and audio package that will delight everyone." - 9/10 - AppAdvice

"Stylishly tricky platformer" - 8/10 - Gamezebo

"Bluk is a game designed with care and love" - Pocker Gamer

"It requires precision, memory, strategy, and, most importantly, observation" - App Army

"Angry Birds style gameplay with precision landing ... Terrifying!" - The SML Podcast

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Tips: Start playing from unlocked worlds by swiping left on World Select screen. To complete the game, leap through all worlds in a single go

SKILL BASED PHYSICS PLATFORMER

Pure skill based gameplay as you learn to navigate through multiple physics-driven worlds

CHOOSE YOUR OWN DESTINY

You can either follow the abstract storyline & complete the game or carry on with the endless challenges.

DISCOVER ABILITIES

Collect Magical runes to learn new abilities to help you in your journey

ONE TOUCH GAMEPLAY

Touch and drag on the ​screen to form a trajectory. Release touch to jump

SERENE SOUNDSCAPE & AESTHETICS

Minimal & beautiful aesthetics with ambient soundscape

LEADERBOARDS, ACHIEVEMENTS & HALL OF FAME

Global leaderboards, Hall of Fame & over 45 game center achievements

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Like and Follow

facebook.com/blukOfficial

twitter.com/blukOfficial


Requires iOSΒ 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPodΒ touch.

BLUK 2.0 - Now free to play

As a block with unique abilities, you set off on a magical journey to uncover the origins of a mysterious darkness that is disrupting the harmony of the realms.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

** Editors Choice in more than 80 countries **

** AppStore Best of September 2016 **

** Best of 2016 **

β€˜Big Indie Pitch’ Nominee at Pocket Gamer Connects 2016

β€˜Upcoming Game of the Year’ Finalist at NGF Awards 2015

"Bluk is a great visual and audio package that will delight everyone." - 9/10 - AppAdvice

"Stylishly tricky platformer" - 8/10 - Gamezebo

"Bluk is a game designed with care and love" - Pocker Gamer

"It requires precision, memory, strategy, and, most importantly, observation" - App Army

"Angry Birds style gameplay with precision landing ... Terrifying!" - The SML Podcast

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Tips: Start playing from unlocked worlds by swiping left on World Select screen. To complete the game, leap through all worlds in a single go

SKILL BASED PHYSICS PLATFORMER

Pure skill based gameplay as you learn to navigate through multiple physics-driven worlds

CHOOSE YOUR OWN DESTINY

You can either follow the abstract storyline & complete the game or carry on with the endless challenges.

DISCOVER ABILITIES

Collect Magical runes to learn new abilities to help you in your journey

ONE TOUCH GAMEPLAY

Touch and drag on the ​screen to form a trajectory. Release touch to jump

SERENE SOUNDSCAPE & AESTHETICS

Minimal & beautiful aesthetics with ambient soundscape

LEADERBOARDS, ACHIEVEMENTS & HALL OF FAME

Global leaderboards, Hall of Fame & over 45 game center achievements

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Like and Follow

facebook.com/blukOfficial

twitter.com/blukOfficial


Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 143 Counts
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Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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BLUK is an award-winning skill-based physics platformer where you navigate a block through various stylized worlds. By swiping to set a trajectory, players jump from pillar to pillar, uncovering a mysterious narrative along the way. As you progress, you unlock special abilities and move through diverse environments like the 'Origin' and 'Rift,' each featuring different gravitational challenges. The game emphasizes precision and timing, wrapped in a minimalist aesthetic with a soothing ambient soundtrack.

Features

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Pure physics-based gameplay with simple one-touch controls

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Stunning minimalist visuals and ambient audio

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Multiple themed worlds with unique physics properties

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Global leaderboards and challenging achievements

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Unlockable runes and special abilities

Tips

Promotion Videos

MS Builders Cherpunkal - Deepak R NAIR's Project - Dream Home in Vayala! - YouTube

Related Videos

Recommended Links

BLUK Official Website

News and updates for the game.

Official

News on this game

Bluk is a Beautiful Physics-Based Platformer Where Skill Matters

BLUK ($1.99) by Deepak Madathil and Pixel Ape Studios is a physics-based platformer game where you control a single block with magical abilities.

AppAdvice - Tue Apr 11 2017

Gameplays

Q&A

The game features a main journey with a narrative conclusion, as well as an endless mode for high-score chasing.

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