Ustwo, best known for its hit game Monument Valley, is releasing a brand new game by the name of Assemble with Care that will exclusively be available exclusively on the Apple Arcade subscription service. The game is centered upon putting broken objects together again but a narrative weaves all of the tasks together. Players are introduced to Maria, an antique restorer, in the town of Bellariva who wants to help people repair their sentimental possessions. At the same time many physical objects are fixed, there story invites players to connect with the people of the town who are experiencing turmoil in their personal lives.
As Ustwo Games' Chief Creative Officer Dan Gray puts it, "To truly understand what makes something tick, you need the patience to take something apart to see how it works. It’s the same thing with people."
Sentimental Puzzle Games
Ustwo's Assemble with Care Has Players Fix Meaningful Items
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