Pipeworks Puzzle News

[p]If you've tried the demo and had issues with performance on your older or low range hardware, here's your chance to try again! Several features have been changed for better compatibility across many devices, including older ones, without compromise on the quality of the game. Plus, the visuals of the game have improved![/p][p][/p][p]Bugfixes:[/p]

• [p]Puzzle reward was not given if a blueprint was opened on any level.[/p]
• [p]Boss image in final speech bubble was missing.[/p]
• [p]Shadows adjusted.[/p][p][/p]

[p]Performance Improvements:[/p]

• [p]Several features has been adjusted to improve performance on older and low level hardware.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Feature changes:[/p]

• [p]The "level clear" screen is now more transitional, allowing you to see the completed puzzle for a short while before the stars appear.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][h3]If you have any feedback, bug encounters, or feature request, please let me know via Discord (link below) and I will be happy to hear about it :)[/h3][p][/p]

[p]Pipeworks Puzzle Demo is out now: featuring ten puzzles! Download the demo to experience the puzzles before the full release. There are also additional challenges in the demo, such as completing the puzzle without looking at the blueprint or finishing the puzzle in the least amount of moves, so you can spend plenty of time with the game![/p][p][/p][p]The full release is set to October 2025. A wishlist incentive is currently running on Steam to expand the features of the game, including an endless mode, speedrun mode, battle with friends, and even a cat! Follow and Wishlist Pipeworks Puzzle on Steam to stay notified about the progress![/p][p][/p][p]NOTE: Currently the demo runs best on most modern desktop computers and older desktop computers with a dedicated graphics card with DirectX 12 support. If you have trouble playing the game on your computer don’t worry! The demo will receive an update to improve performance on low end and older hardware. Please follow Pipeworks Puzzle on Steam to receive updates.[/p]

[h3]THE GIVEAWAY IS NOW OVER! THANK YOU FOR ENTERING[/h3][p][/p][p]To celebrate the reveal of Pipeworks Puzzles, NINES is giving away $65 worth of Steam Wallet Credit to one lucky winner![/p][p]
To enter the giveaway, repost the reveal post on either Bluesky or X. Read the giveaway terms and conditions (T&Cs) below before entering.[/p][p][/p][p]Head over to the Pipeworks Puzzle store page and wishlist now to unlock new features in game![/p][p]Pipeworks Puzzle adds a unique twist on the classic tile sliding puzzle and contains cute visuals and relaxing tunes.[/p][p]
You can find the reveal post here:[/p][p]https://x.com/NINESconnect/status/1935508218882765125[/p][p]https://bsky.app/profile/ninesconnect.bsky.social/post/3lrwecphzlk23[/p][p][/p][p]T&Cs:[/p]

• [p]The prize is NOT A GIFT CARD and is therefore NOT TRANSFERABLE. It will be sent directly to your Steam Wallet.[/p]
• [p]All entrants must have a valid Steam account prior to entering the giveaway. Your Steam account may not have any limitations preventing you from receiving the prize. If there are limitations and you cannot receive the prize, you forfeit the prize. Please check with your local Steam/Valve terms and conditions to ensure eligibility.[/p]
• [p]If your country has legislation/laws which limit or restrict the giveaway, your entry may be ineligible. Please ensure you comply with your local laws before entering the giveaway.[/p]
• [p]Multiple account entries are not permitted. One person may only enter the giveaway once on a social media platform. Anyone found to be using multiple accounts to enter will be ineligible and forfeit the prize.[/p]
• [p]Bots are ineligible for the giveaway. If your account is found to be associated with bot activity, your entry will be ineligible and forfeit the prize.[/p]
• [p]The winner will be selected on 26 June 2025 at which entry will close. The winner will be contacted via DM. The winner will be given two weeks to respond to the DM, after which time if they do not respond, they will forfeit the price. After contact is established, it will take at least 3 days for the funds to be transferred to the winner. This is due to transfer rules set out by Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/digitalgiftcards/selectgiftcard)[/p]
• [p]The price is approximately 65 USD equivalent in the winners own currency of the country their Steam account is registered in. The exact amount may differ due to currency conversions.[/p]