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Good concept, I hate games with timers though. You should have an option to turn it off, I like enjoying strategy games + taking my time

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A few people have said they are keen to play without a timer. The iOS app does have a "Zen" mode (along with a few other variations) but I'm actually thinking of building a separate game where the modes are all turn-based. The hardest thing is thinking of a good name that both associates it and distinguishes it from this game.

I'd enjoy playing without a timer, but with the stack rising after every N moves that don't make a combination. That would force an economy of movement: how can I not only throw this block out of the way, but combine it with something so that it doesn't cause the stack to rise?

I have a prototype that does exactly that. It's fun to an extent but it needs an extra something.

EDIT: What the heck, you might as well have a look at it. This prototype is older and maybe buggy but you get the idea:

http://twenty.frenchguys.net/play2

That doesn't do exactly what GP said - only penalizing you for moves that don't make a combination.

However - that game is much better, in my opinion. Thanks for letting us try it out!

I commented earlier that I didn't like the timer. I much prefer this version. Also despite my criticism I do love the UI, polish, sound and gameplay.

Kudos and well done! :)

Love that variant. Much more relaxing.

First of all it's a really great game! I spend a couple of hours today and finally reached 20!!! HOORAY! Regarding the name maybe try TwentyRun for time mode and TwentyCalm/Fun for the Zen mode?

Seconded. I like to play simple games in short intervals of spare time, like when I'm waiting for a bus. 2048 was perfect for this purpose. Play for 30 seconds, get distracted, pick up 6 hours later and play for another minute or two.

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