Retro Replay Review

Gameplay

The first thing Supaplex S offers is a substantial reason to return: 111 new levels on top of the iOS version it matches. This is not a fresh rewrite of the formula. It is a focused puzzle follow-up for anyone who wants more direct-control challenges without having to relearn what Supaplex is.

The square-based construction is the hook that separates this set from a generic pile of extra stages. A consistent shape can make a level feel immediately legible, but it can also make you second-guess your route once the puzzle starts pushing against the neat outline. That tension is where a compact fixed-screen puzzle game earns its keep: you can see the boundaries, yet still have to work out the right answer.

Frustration is likely to arrive when a square room seems simpler than it plays. That is not necessarily a flaw; puzzle games live or die on whether a compact layout gives you enough to chew on, and Supaplex S has 111 chances to do that. Give it a chance if you already enjoy Supaplex and want a long run of new stages, not if you are hoping for a dramatically different sequel.

Graphics

Supaplex S uses side-view, fixed or flip-screen puzzle spaces, with each new level formed in some kind of square. That repeated geometric frame should make the playfield easy to take in at a glance, even as the route through it becomes less obvious.

Story

Supaplex S is defined by its level set rather than a new narrative hook. The forward momentum comes from moving from one square-built puzzle to the next and seeing what the next layout asks of you.

That makes the game’s progression suitably clean. Instead of waiting for plot developments to justify another session, you return because an unsolved room is still sitting there, daring you to find a better approach.

For this kind of game, that stripped-back context is a sensible fit. The important arc is your own: early confidence, the occasional stubborn wall, and the satisfaction of finally clearing a level that had been occupying your thoughts.

Overall Experience

Supaplex S is a deliberately narrow recommendation, but a solid one. Its value rests on the 111 new levels and the disciplined choice to build every one around square forms, giving devoted puzzle fans a sizeable new course rather than a distracting overhaul.

If Supaplex already works for you, this is the easy call: more of that exact style is the point. If you are new, the appeal comes down to whether you enjoy direct-control, fixed-screen puzzles where a small space can demand careful thought.

It also benefits from being available on both Windows and Nintendo Switch, so you can choose the platform that best suits your puzzle habits. For release and game information, the official Supaplex S page is the useful place to start.

Retro Replay Score

7/10