LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC mobcast inc. Genres: Games Puzzle Music Entertainment GAME CENTER ENABLED $4.49 AUD Supported Devices: iPhone-3GS iPhone4 iPodTouchFourthGen iPad2Wifi iPad23G iPhone4S iPadThirdGen iPadThirdGen4G iPhone5 iPodTouchFifthGen iPadFourthGen iPadFourthGen4G iPadMini iPadMini4G iPhone5c iPhone5s iPhone6 iPhone6Plus iPodTouchSixthGen Minimum iOS Version: iOS 6.0 Download Size: 52.2MB LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC mobcast inc. Lumines is back! A mobile rebuild of the classic PSP title, LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC is an action packed puzzle game synch… TouchArcade Rating: $2.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsLumines is back! A mobile rebuild of the classic PSP title, LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC is an action packed puzzle game synchronized to a musical beat, featuring newly-produced tracks and classics such as “Shinin’” by Mondo Grosso. Players swipe and tap their screen in portrait mode to properly align their Lumines blocks to clear blocks of four matching colors in rhythm to the beat. In addition, time attack mode was added at v2.0.0!! Now you can try to beat your records in short 90-second session. The score is recorded on leader board so play for self best record! Lumines also includes downloadable tracks and game boards from Rez, the classic rail-shooter music game also developed by Lumines series creator Tetsuya Mizuguchi, and Japanese game "18(eighteen)" collaboration. *LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC matches visuals to the beat – we highly recommend playing with headphones or earbuds! Introduction LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC An award-winning series of action puzzle games with more than 2.5 million copies sold for game consoles, distributed in 76 countries worldwide and over 10 million installs. Developed in collaboration with series founder Tetsuya Mizuguchi, LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC is set to challenge and amaze players! Fusion of Music & Gaming LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC is an authentic action puzzle game developed as a mix of dance music and puzzle games, designed to be the perfect fusion of music and gameplay. Experience the thrill of racking up high-scores with combo swipes while playing to the tune of catchy beats of classic songs such as “Shinin’” by Mondo Grosso and all new musical tracks. Synchronization of Music & Visuals Enticing visual design together with high-quality sounds and music create a truly immersive gaming experience. Players create a harmony of music and visual art each time they play. Challenges & Achievements Game modes such as Challenge, Time Attack and Endless Score Attack offer multiple ways to play. Earn achievements with slick combos and high scores to show off your skills and unlock new game boards and music. Share on Social Media Nothing feels quite like getting that perfect swipe of your Lumines blocks and clearing the game board for the high score! Share moments like these and more with a new feature in LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC allowing players to share gameplay moments on their preferred social network. If you’re a fan of mind-bending puzzles, toe-tapping music games, the original Lumines series, or looking for an immersive mobile game you won’t be able to put down, LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC is the game for you! Service Provider mobcast Inc. Game Title LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC Supported Operating Systems iOS8.0 and beyond Supported devices iPhone 5s, iPad Air and beyond *We do not guarantee successful operation on other devices, including iPod devices Supervisor Tetsuya Mizuguchi Official site https://lumines.game/en/ Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/luminesgame Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LuminesGame Contact customer support [email protected] *If you have a spam filter, please add “@mobcasthelp.zendesk.com” to your whitelist so that you can receive our mail. LUMINES PUZZLE & MUSIC was created using CRIWARE™ by CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. ©mobcast ©Resonair ©BANDAI ©BNEI Information Seller:mobcast inc. Genre:Music, Puzzle Release:Sep 01, 2016 Updated:Mar 30, 2017 Version:2.1.0 Size:109.0 MB TouchArcade Rating: User Rating: (15) Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal Skall Well-Known Member Oct 25, 2009 500 60 28 #2 Skall, Jul 19, 2016 Absolute need day one (as i can t have the soft launch version) Dimaya Well-Known Member Nov 21, 2012 85 0 0 #3 Dimaya, Jul 19, 2016 I absolutely need this. It has been my most anticipated title since the announcement, and still remember how much I loved it back on PSP when I imported it from Japan. I also played the earlier version on iOS but it wasn't very good. I'm so stoked, and glad that we also finally have a forum thread and I am looking forward to read impressions. If I create a New Zealand account (as I am located in Europe), how will I be able to buy a New Zealand iTunes gift card? Or is this not a legal method to get in on the soft launch? metalcasket Moderator Staff Member Patreon Silver Patreon Gold Patreon Bronze May 24, 2010 11,065 1,342 113 Deepest Circle, Hel #4 metalcasket, Jul 19, 2016 It's absolutely legal. You're paying for the gift card and for the app. No harm in that. Where can you get a card from? Try Offgamers. They're reliable as **** and I've gotten countless US iTunes gift cards and eShop cards from them. Dunno if they offer NZ cards though. Dimaya Well-Known Member Nov 21, 2012 85 0 0 #5 Dimaya, Jul 19, 2016 That's a good question. Offgamers doesn't have any gift cards for New Zealand. I just created a New Zealand Apple ID, so now I'm logged in and ready to buy Lumines. I just need to find a shop who actually sells these gift cards and sends the code online. Skall Well-Known Member Oct 25, 2009 500 60 28 #6 Skall, Jul 19, 2016 Redownloaded my version of block of lights and lumines fusion until final release ccarvajal84 Member Jun 6, 2012 17 0 0 #7 ccarvajal84, Jul 19, 2016 Can't wait for the European release! Could somebody please comment about the controls? I remember the previous ios Lumines version being imprecise with that "slice to move the pieces" control system. Always missed some kind of "tap to move sideways" control or even a virtual D-Pad. putermcgee Well-Known Member Jun 4, 2010 619 2 18 Seattle #8 putermcgee, Jul 19, 2016 I don't care if I have to re-buy it when it's released in the US, I need this in my face now! Sadly, despite buying it, I have a full work day ahead of me before I can give it a shot. Dimaya Well-Known Member Nov 21, 2012 85 0 0 #9 Dimaya, Jul 19, 2016 Do any of you guys know where I can buy a NZ gift card? I'm all for buying it now in the NZ store, and again when it hits Europe. Sanuku Well-Known Member Jun 14, 2009 11,954 4 38 Austria http://www.touchgameplay.com #10 Sanuku, Jul 19, 2016 Last edited: Jul 19, 2016 Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel While Lumines Puzzle & Music still has here and there a couple of technical issues it does totally catch the mood of the Original Lumines that had launched back in 2004 on Sony`s PSP. Currently Lumines Puzzle & Music does contain two Packs. The Lumines Classic Package 1.. ..and the Original Lumines PSP Package 1... ...so for $4.49 (NZ) you aren`t getting the full Lumines Experience and some would probably already by now believe that the current Build (ver.0.1.4) behaves only like as an Teaser to make you want to buy some more of the Packages that for sure will follow sooner then later with the currently still missing InGame Store. So contentwise Lumines Puzzle & Music definitly has a huge gab at the current moment and while this made me kinda sad I still at the same time enjoyed the Game very much during the first hour I have played the Game so far. Considering that and taking into account that there might be more Content following at a later point for free for those of us who bought the Game ahead of the official Launch I would advise everyone to still hold back with buying the Game by now till the Developer does explain what Content the Final Build might come with and what Parts will be only available through the InGame Store. Conclusion: It`s Lumines but the current Build is still missing a couple of Music Tracks/Modes to go as far as to consider calling it a Full Game so wait with buying it till the Game does launch with the integrated InGame Store to make sure to don`t buy something you actually might afterwards regret if you had expected to get the full Lumines Game in return. Dimaya Well-Known Member Nov 21, 2012 85 0 0 #11 Dimaya, Jul 20, 2016 It all sounds promising, though I don't like how you can only turn the boxes one way, and if you want to change the direction you have to go to the options menu. Daxmort Well-Known Member Nov 1, 2009 154 0 0 United Kingdom #12 Daxmort, Jul 24, 2016 Last edited: Jul 24, 2016 So being the ridiculous Lumines fan that I am (over 150 hours logged in the original, 100 in 2, less than 20 in the original iPhone release back when I was still using a 3GS, and now roughly 50 in the Electronic Symphony Vita title), I decided to use the NZ account I'd made to download Pokémon GO, and basically bought myself an iTunes giftcard using one email address, sending it to another. I had to fudge the billing address (gave it a nonsense NZ address/post-code), but it accepted my card just fine. One emailed $10 gift card later, and I purchased Puzzle & Music. As others have said, whilst the game totes itself being a "complete experience," I felt a little underwhelmed regarding the selection of PSP classic skins. Pack 1 is very limited, and despite having the great Shinin' (which was an amazing nostalgia trip for me), that one 'album' is a little thin in songs. The 'Puzzle & Music' album (unique to this game, I'm guessing) has roughly double the amount of skins, half of which are unlocked at the start, the other half being unlocked after you reach certain difficulties or achievements, much like the avatars/powerup icons. The controls are pretty spot-on; it's clear, however, that they don't give the same necessary feedback and tactile response that the PSP/Vita do (but this is a given, what with it being a touch-screen), so I can't see myself ever managing to rack up the ridiculous 15+ block combos I used to. However, when I picked up the game, something about the whole thing threw me off. It didn't seem as intuitive as it had done on the consoles, even if it did have the same music; I figured I'd just lost my touch. I couldn't seem to accurately work out how the blocks should have been rotating, and why I always misjudged the amount of rotations I needed.. ..And then I realised that all I had to do was turn rotation clockwise, from counter-clockwise (the default). Again, still not going to be breaking my old records, but I now feel comfortable when playing, and it feels far more natural to me. So that's at least one tip I'd probably suggest to anyone that thinks it feels off; change the direction of the block rotation. To be honest, I almost never rotated them the opposite direction in the actual game anyway, which now seems to have been a good thing, given the lack of freedom in that area... I will however be buying the game officially when it arrives on the UK app store (just to show continued interest), and also will buy IAP if they release it. I love the series and want it to remain supported for a while. I do have my Vita, but nothing brings back memories like the old soundtrack and skins, and there are plenty of songs and designs I want to see there again. Delusionaltool Well-Known Member Sep 24, 2009 1,677 46 48 ohio #13 Delusionaltool, Aug 8, 2016 OMG I WANT THIS GAME TO COME OUT IN USA LIKE NOW! any details on release date for usa? putermcgee Well-Known Member Jun 4, 2010 619 2 18 Seattle #14 putermcgee, Aug 8, 2016 I was just thinking about this game, and wondering if there's been an update at all to the app. I could check myself, of course, but I don't like switching accounts all the time, just to check for updates. aussiepaul Well-Known Member Aug 18, 2013 130 36 28 #15 aussiepaul, Aug 9, 2016 Just Bug Fixes. Nothing new Delusionaltool Well-Known Member Sep 24, 2009 1,677 46 48 ohio #16 Delusionaltool, Aug 9, 2016 US release please! Dimaya Well-Known Member Nov 21, 2012 85 0 0 #17 Dimaya, Aug 31, 2016 So this comes out tomorrow! I'm so excited. Probably my most anticipated title. Delusionaltool Well-Known Member Sep 24, 2009 1,677 46 48 ohio #18 Delusionaltool, Aug 31, 2016 super excited also! one of my fav puzzle games i miss my psp! its out tonight! putermcgee Well-Known Member Jun 4, 2010 619 2 18 Seattle #19 putermcgee, Aug 31, 2016 What time do these usually drop in the US? Midnight? Delusionaltool Well-Known Member Sep 24, 2009 1,677 46 48 ohio #20 Delusionaltool, Aug 31, 2016 11pm usually! (You must log in or sign up to post here.) Show Ignored Content Page 1 of 5 1 2 3 4 5 Next > Share This Page Tweet Your name or email address: Password: Forgot your password? Stay logged in
I absolutely need this. It has been my most anticipated title since the announcement, and still remember how much I loved it back on PSP when I imported it from Japan. I also played the earlier version on iOS but it wasn't very good. I'm so stoked, and glad that we also finally have a forum thread and I am looking forward to read impressions. If I create a New Zealand account (as I am located in Europe), how will I be able to buy a New Zealand iTunes gift card? Or is this not a legal method to get in on the soft launch?
It's absolutely legal. You're paying for the gift card and for the app. No harm in that. Where can you get a card from? Try Offgamers. They're reliable as **** and I've gotten countless US iTunes gift cards and eShop cards from them. Dunno if they offer NZ cards though.
That's a good question. Offgamers doesn't have any gift cards for New Zealand. I just created a New Zealand Apple ID, so now I'm logged in and ready to buy Lumines. I just need to find a shop who actually sells these gift cards and sends the code online.
Can't wait for the European release! Could somebody please comment about the controls? I remember the previous ios Lumines version being imprecise with that "slice to move the pieces" control system. Always missed some kind of "tap to move sideways" control or even a virtual D-Pad.
I don't care if I have to re-buy it when it's released in the US, I need this in my face now! Sadly, despite buying it, I have a full work day ahead of me before I can give it a shot.
Do any of you guys know where I can buy a NZ gift card? I'm all for buying it now in the NZ store, and again when it hits Europe.
Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel While Lumines Puzzle & Music still has here and there a couple of technical issues it does totally catch the mood of the Original Lumines that had launched back in 2004 on Sony`s PSP. Currently Lumines Puzzle & Music does contain two Packs. The Lumines Classic Package 1.. ..and the Original Lumines PSP Package 1... ...so for $4.49 (NZ) you aren`t getting the full Lumines Experience and some would probably already by now believe that the current Build (ver.0.1.4) behaves only like as an Teaser to make you want to buy some more of the Packages that for sure will follow sooner then later with the currently still missing InGame Store. So contentwise Lumines Puzzle & Music definitly has a huge gab at the current moment and while this made me kinda sad I still at the same time enjoyed the Game very much during the first hour I have played the Game so far. Considering that and taking into account that there might be more Content following at a later point for free for those of us who bought the Game ahead of the official Launch I would advise everyone to still hold back with buying the Game by now till the Developer does explain what Content the Final Build might come with and what Parts will be only available through the InGame Store. Conclusion: It`s Lumines but the current Build is still missing a couple of Music Tracks/Modes to go as far as to consider calling it a Full Game so wait with buying it till the Game does launch with the integrated InGame Store to make sure to don`t buy something you actually might afterwards regret if you had expected to get the full Lumines Game in return.
It all sounds promising, though I don't like how you can only turn the boxes one way, and if you want to change the direction you have to go to the options menu.
So being the ridiculous Lumines fan that I am (over 150 hours logged in the original, 100 in 2, less than 20 in the original iPhone release back when I was still using a 3GS, and now roughly 50 in the Electronic Symphony Vita title), I decided to use the NZ account I'd made to download Pokémon GO, and basically bought myself an iTunes giftcard using one email address, sending it to another. I had to fudge the billing address (gave it a nonsense NZ address/post-code), but it accepted my card just fine. One emailed $10 gift card later, and I purchased Puzzle & Music. As others have said, whilst the game totes itself being a "complete experience," I felt a little underwhelmed regarding the selection of PSP classic skins. Pack 1 is very limited, and despite having the great Shinin' (which was an amazing nostalgia trip for me), that one 'album' is a little thin in songs. The 'Puzzle & Music' album (unique to this game, I'm guessing) has roughly double the amount of skins, half of which are unlocked at the start, the other half being unlocked after you reach certain difficulties or achievements, much like the avatars/powerup icons. The controls are pretty spot-on; it's clear, however, that they don't give the same necessary feedback and tactile response that the PSP/Vita do (but this is a given, what with it being a touch-screen), so I can't see myself ever managing to rack up the ridiculous 15+ block combos I used to. However, when I picked up the game, something about the whole thing threw me off. It didn't seem as intuitive as it had done on the consoles, even if it did have the same music; I figured I'd just lost my touch. I couldn't seem to accurately work out how the blocks should have been rotating, and why I always misjudged the amount of rotations I needed.. ..And then I realised that all I had to do was turn rotation clockwise, from counter-clockwise (the default). Again, still not going to be breaking my old records, but I now feel comfortable when playing, and it feels far more natural to me. So that's at least one tip I'd probably suggest to anyone that thinks it feels off; change the direction of the block rotation. To be honest, I almost never rotated them the opposite direction in the actual game anyway, which now seems to have been a good thing, given the lack of freedom in that area... I will however be buying the game officially when it arrives on the UK app store (just to show continued interest), and also will buy IAP if they release it. I love the series and want it to remain supported for a while. I do have my Vita, but nothing brings back memories like the old soundtrack and skins, and there are plenty of songs and designs I want to see there again.
I was just thinking about this game, and wondering if there's been an update at all to the app. I could check myself, of course, but I don't like switching accounts all the time, just to check for updates.
