Item: "PUSH"
Rating: 87
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

87/100

Push is the epitome of 'minimalist perfection' in the puzzle genre. It removes everything that usually clutters mobile games—there are no timers, no star ratings, no menus, and no tutorials. You are simply presented with a 3D shape covered in buttons, and your job is to figure out the sequence to push them all. It is incredibly tactile; the sound of a button clicking and the visual feedback of the shape shifting is immensely satisfying.

The game gradually introduces new mechanics—like buttons that affect others or require specific perspectives—without ever saying a word. This 'aha!' moment of discovery is what makes Push so special. It’s a calming, zen-like experience that respects the player's intelligence. If you enjoyed games like 'Klocki' or 'Hook' from the same developer, Push is their most polished and physically pleasing work yet. It’s the perfect game to play when you want to focus your mind without the stress of a clock.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 09 2024

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. I’ve grown tired of mobile games that scream for my attention with loot boxes and flashing banners. PUSH is the antithesis of that noise. It’s quiet, mechanical, and honest. You look at a shape, you figure out the pattern, and you press the buttons. There is a tactile clickiness to the interface that feels remarkably satisfying.

However, let’s not mistake minimalism for depth. While the logic is sound and the progression is smooth, the game is over before it truly challenges a seasoned mind. It’s more of a digital fidget toy than a rigorous puzzle odyssey. I appreciate the lack of hand-holding—it’s refreshing to be treated like an adult who can figure things out—but at the end of the day, it's a very short experience that lacks replay value. It’s good, clean design, but it doesn't leave a lasting impression.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Elegant, distraction-free design
Intuitive learning curve without tutorials
Satisfying haptic and audio feedback

Very short completion time
Zero replayability
Difficulty never quite peaks

Technical Report

Performance: Flawless performance; essentially no loading times and perfect touch response.

Accessibility:

Color-blind friendly symbols
Simple one-tap gameplay

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a calm, intelligent puzzle game to play during a commute.

Skip if: You want a game with a story, characters, or long-term progression.

Similar Games:

Hook
Klocki
Linum

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
Hardware: iPad Air (M2)
Playtime: 1.5 hours
Status: Completed all levels

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1257416763

$2.99 4+★4.1 150 reviews

Author : Maciej Targoni

Pubish Date : Tue Oct 17 2017

Last Update Date : Thu Oct 19 2017

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.01Thu Oct 19 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Bug fix
New puzzler from the creators of "Klocki", "Zenge", "Hook" and "Art of Gravity".
Like our previous games, its intended to be a relaxing experience, thus there are no points, stars, tutorials, move counters.
Your goal is to push all the buttons.
How do you do it? Well, thats the puzzle...
Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
New puzzler from the creators of "Klocki", "Zenge", "Hook" and "Art of Gravity".
Like our previous games, its intended to be a relaxing experience, thus there are no points, stars, tutorials, move counters.
Your goal is to push all the buttons.
How do you do it? Well, thats the puzzle...

Ratings & Reviews

4.1 out of 5 with 150 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Push is a minimalist 3D puzzle game designed to provide a relaxing and stress-free experience. There are no tutorials, high scores, or clocks to worry about. Instead, players interact with beautifully designed 3D objects, figuring out the logic of various buttons and switches to clear each level. With its soothing atmosphere and satisfying tactile feedback, Push is a game about the pure joy of discovery and problem-solving.

Features

Minimalist design with no UI clutter.

Relaxing gameplay with no timers or scores.

Satisfying tactile feedback and sound design.

Increasingly complex 3D logic puzzles.

Zen-like atmosphere perfect for unwinding.

Tips

Understanding the Logic

Each level introduces a new rule. If pushing a button makes another pop back out, look at the symbols on the buttons. Usually, buttons with the same symbol are linked. Try to push them in an order that satisfies all conditions simultaneously.

Promotion Videos

PUSH: iOS Gameplay Review (by Hamster & Targoni) - YouTube

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Gameplays

Tactile Puzzle Solving

Rotate the 3D puzzle in space and tap on buttons. The game is entirely non-verbal; you learn how to play by observing how the object reacts to your touch. Your only goal is to 'push' everything in.