Metrico (PS Vita) Second Opinion Review

Metrico's main selling point is its creative use of infographics to create a truly challenging and unique experience for those who like a puzzle. Everything in the world of Metrico responds to the actions of the player, which as a result allows the game to feel big and alive, and for a puzzle game this is a very impressive trait. The game looks fantastic and runs at wonderfully smooth rate of 30fps with almost no slowdown at all.

What makes it truly interesting is the fact that every action the player makes has a response in the world around them, whether it's through jumping, running, or even dying to open up new pathways to progress in the game.

This game doesn't punish players by taking away lives and forcing them to restart the level in order to retry the challenge but tries to encourage and help them learn to figure out the best course of action. The world is constantly moving allowing for constant thinking on the feet and finding the best way forward by utilising their movement in challenging and often creative ways.

One of the most unique aspects of Metrico is that while most puzzle games like to challenge gamers, here it seems more focused on teaching how to overcome those hurdles and, in the end, beat it. At no point is there frustration with the level of difficulty, and in fact the further gamers proceed, they will feel more comfortable and enjoy the experience further. Metrico provides a very good challenge and is great to play, so it is recommended as one to pick up if wanting something to keep the mind busy is order of the day.