1001 Jigsaw. Castles And Palaces 5

"1001 Jigsaw. Castles And Palaces 5" is a basic browser/Flash/mobile-app like jigsaw puzzle game. Solve various jigsaw puzzles made up from images that the "developer" stole off the Internet and used without crediting the actual creators, making this plagiarism, as well as an asset flip and a cash grab. An example of the stolen, uncredited/plagiarised artwork is [url=https://unsplash.com/photos/selective-focus-photography-of-girl-smiling-while-standing-near-plant-at-daytime-8ni422pxhhw]"Girl Smiling While Standing Near Plant"[/url], stolen and used without any apparent permissions or rights from the photographer, "Aravind Kumar", via stock image site, Unsplash. Sure, the image rights may allow some stock images to be used without credit (although there's no reason to believe so in this case), and claiming credit for the work of others, as is happening here, is unethical, and the creative and intellectual bankruptcy going on here is unacceptable. So what we have here is a basic jigsaw puzzle engine that's been skinned with a bunch of photos stolen off the internet and used without attribution. The icing on the cake is the "developer" here has copy + pasted + reskinned this same asset onto Steam [i]a lot[/i]. The developer, Creobit/8Floor, has copy + pasted this game an insane SEVENTY SIX TIMES onto Steam with minor reskins... why cash in on one asset if you can cash in on multiple copies of the same game? Asset flipping begins at home! Here's a list of Creobit's copy + pastes of this asset: [list] [*] 1001 Black Raven Jigsaw [*] 1001 Jigsaw American Puzzles [*] 1001 Jigsaw Castles And Palaces 1, 2, 3 and 4 [*] 1001 Jigsaw Detective 1, 2 + 3 [*] 1001 Jigsaw Home Sweet Home Wedding Ceremony [*] 1001 Jigsaw Legends of Mystery 1 through 6 [*] 1001 Jigsaw World Tour Africa [*] 1001 Jigsaw World Tour Asia [*] 1001 Jigsaw World Tour: Europe [*] 1001 Jigsaw. 6 Magic Elements [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Cute Cats 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Earth Chronicles 1 through 9 [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Home Sweet Home 1, 2 + 3 [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Home Sweet Home. Back from Vacation [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Ice Age [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Interior Design [*] 1001 JIGSAW. MYTHS OF ANCIENT GREECE [*] 1001 Jigsaw. Wild Animals [*] 1001 Jigsaw. World Tour: Australian Puzzles [*] 1001 Jigsaw. World Tour: France [*] 1001 Jigsaw. World Tour: Great America [*] 1001 Jigsaw. World Tour: London [*] Alice's Jigsaw Time Travel 1 + 2 [*] Alice's Jigsaw. Wonderland Chronicles 1 + 2 [*] Caribbean Jigsaw [*] Holiday Jigsaw Christmas 1, 2 + 3 [*] Holiday Jigsaw Easter 1, 2 + 3 [*] Holiday Jigsaw Halloween 1, 2, 3 and 4 [*] Holiday Jigsaw Thanksgiving Day 1, 2 + 3 [*] Holiday Jigsaw Valentine's day [*] Jigsaw Boom 1 + 2 [*] Jigsaw Puzzle Beach Season 1 + 2 [*] Jigsaw Tour [*] Pirate Jigsaw [*] Royal Jigsaw 1, 2, 3, + 4 [*] Tasty Jigsaw: Happy Hour 1 + 2 [/list] [i]These are all reskins of exactly the same game![/i] What value is there in this spam/pollution glutting the Steam store for gamers? From a technical perspective, the game doesn't meet basic minimum requirements that most PC gamers expect as standard. There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customise the graphics settings. There's no way for gamers to ensure this is running at the native resolution of their displays... there's no guarantee this game will look right on any PC as a result of this hamfisted design decision. There's no way for gamers to try improve the low quality graphics. This looks and feels like a mobile app, but it doesn't seem to have made it to the app stores. It's unclear why this was put on Steam instead of the app stores it seems to have been designed for. Maybe it was removed, maybe it was rejected by Apple and Google (they do have more rigorous quality standards than Valve does for Steam, after all). Regardless, for all intents and purposes this might as well be a mobile app, it has the same limitations and dumbed down qualities. It's impossible to recommend such a game to PC gamers. We don't spend all this money building gaming rigs so we can pretend they're iPhones and play games that might as well be mobile apps. These technical defects push this game below acceptable standards for any modern PC game. The poor quality of this game is reflected by how many people spent time with it. At the time of this review, SteamDB shows the all-time peak player number was only 2 players. This is a remarkably low number, and now, the only player activity occurs once or twice a month, presumably someone loading it up to see what it is then quickly uninstalling it. Considering there's over 120 million gamers on Steam and well over 50,000 games for gamers to choose from (over 9,000 completely free titles), the overwhelming lack of interest in this low quality game is to be expected. "1001 Jigsaw. Castles And Palaces 5" has the farcical price of around $5 USD, it's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings with the product, especially considering the sheer number of completely free, much higher quality games on Steam.

拼图小游戏，支持旋转，可自定义碎片数量、拼图难度 关卡数量不算少，对于喜欢该类型游戏的用户还是可以一玩的 不过对于这个系列完全不推荐，同一个发行商用了几个开发商搞出来的一套换皮游戏 整体UI基本完全没有区别，就是换个名字，换点图片，就发布了几十个完全一样的游戏、

I'm playing Steam Games in alphabetical order and you can watch my review here: https://youtu.be/cYU4960afKg Prefer to read? This is one of 52 games in 8floor's "1001 Jigsaw" series that are basically a copy/pasted slop fest. Every game is nigh identical, with the only difference being the images used to create the jigsaw puzzles, all of which have been lifted without crediting the artists from various sites such as rgbstock, Unsplash and even Shutterstock. While technically not illegal, it's incredibly inconsiderate considering that these "games" wouldn't be anything without the images these artists provide. From a technical standpoint the game meets the absolute basics in terms of UI and mechanics. The looping music will make you irritated rather than relaxed, but the most frustrating element is that the cursor is misaligned in almost every game, resulting in numerous misclicks. I was also immensely disappointed by the lack of a single jigsaw puzzle with 1001 pieces in ANY of these games. Most importantly though, they recently INCREASED the price of many of their games, to nearly triple the original price. Because they feel comfortable selling a copy/pasted game, they'll be receiving a copy/pasted review on every game that I've played.

Decent game. Lots of different puzzles. In-game achievements.

1001 Jigsaw: Castles And Palaces 5 is another relaxing entry in the long-running puzzle collection series from developer and publisher 8floor. Rather than focusing on innovation or complex mechanics, the game embraces the timeless appeal of jigsaw puzzles and combines it with a carefully selected collection of images centered on majestic castles, royal palaces, and historic landmarks from around the world. The result is a peaceful and accessible experience that is designed primarily for players who enjoy taking their time, solving puzzles, and appreciating beautiful architecture. The game's biggest strength is the sheer amount of content available. With 500 unique images to complete, players receive a substantial collection of puzzles that can provide dozens of hours of entertainment. The chosen theme gives the package a distinct identity, as every image highlights elegant structures, historic fortifications, picturesque landscapes, and grand royal residences. The visual variety within the architectural focus helps prevent the experience from becoming monotonous, while also appealing to players who have an interest in history, travel, or cultural landmarks. One of the most appealing aspects of the game is its flexible difficulty system. Every puzzle can be customized according to player preference, allowing casual users to enjoy a stress-free experience while more dedicated puzzle enthusiasts can increase the challenge. The ability to adjust puzzle settings significantly extends replay value, as the same image can feel entirely different depending on how difficult the player chooses to make the assembly process. Features such as optional piece rotation allow newcomers to reduce frustration while still giving veterans the opportunity to test their skills. The game also includes several useful tools that make puzzle-solving smoother and more enjoyable. Hints are available for those moments when progress slows down, while sorting functions help organize pieces efficiently. A magnifying feature proves especially useful when dealing with intricate architectural details and larger puzzles where identifying small visual elements becomes more challenging. These quality-of-life additions ensure that the focus remains on enjoyment rather than unnecessary difficulty, making the experience welcoming to a broad audience. Another important feature is the ability to save progress at any point. Since many puzzles can take considerable time to complete, being able to leave and return without losing progress is a valuable convenience. This design choice fits perfectly with the game's relaxed philosophy, allowing players to enjoy a few minutes of puzzle-solving or settle in for much longer sessions depending on their schedule. Additional collectible trophies provide small goals beyond simple puzzle completion, giving completionists extra motivation to work through the extensive image library. Visually, the game succeeds because of its photography rather than graphical effects. The castles and palaces serve as impressive subjects, and many images showcase remarkable architectural details that become more noticeable as puzzles are assembled piece by piece. While the interface remains straightforward and functional, it effectively supports the core gameplay without distracting from the puzzles themselves. The presentation may not be flashy, but it accomplishes exactly what it needs to do. The main limitation of 1001 Jigsaw: Castles And Palaces 5 is that it rarely attempts to go beyond the established formula of the series. Players looking for narrative elements, innovative puzzle mechanics, multiplayer options, or major surprises may find the experience somewhat predictable. However, the game is clearly designed for fans of traditional jigsaw puzzles, and within that niche it performs its role effectively. The emphasis is on quantity, comfort, and accessibility rather than experimentation. Ultimately, 1001 Jigsaw: Castles And Palaces 5 delivers exactly what its title promises: a large collection of themed jigsaw puzzles built around impressive castles and palaces. Its extensive selection of images, customizable difficulty settings, practical assistance tools, and relaxed pacing create a satisfying experience for puzzle enthusiasts. While it does not significantly evolve the formula established by previous entries, it remains an enjoyable and content-rich addition to the series that succeeds in providing calm, uncomplicated entertainment. Rating: 6/10