The Cable Guy

About

The Cable Guy is a single player strategy game. It was developed by 4sandwiches and was released on February 29, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Cable Guy" is a puzzle game where you navigate through a procedurally generated maze of tangled wires as an IT company's savior. Connect all users to their servers while using various tools and dealing with random events. Compete with others on the leaderboard and enjoy the minimalistic art style and quirky animations. Different difficulty modes allow for a relaxed or challenging experience.

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Single-Player

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

replayability2 positive mentions

The game is very addicting and offers enjoyable daily challenges.
It features simple yet satisfying gameplay with procedurally-generated puzzles that provide a mix of relaxation and challenge.
There is a lot of replayability and potential for future updates, making it a fun experience for puzzle enthusiasts.

The leaderboard for daily challenges is frustratingly inconsistent, often not registering high scores correctly.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the random placement of new desks and the inability to move them, can disrupt the flow and strategy.
There are bugs and UI issues that can hinder the overall experience, such as difficulty in identifying user network colors and occasional loading problems.

replayability
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Players consistently highlight the game's high replayability, noting that it remains enjoyable and engaging across multiple playthroughs.
- “There is a lot of replayability, and it's just all around fun.”
- “There is a lot of replayability, and it's just all around fun.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and calming nature, featuring mesmerizing network-building mechanics and puzzles reminiscent of titles like Mini Metro and Mini Motorways.
- “Simple gameplay, mesmerizing networks, calming puzzles à la Mini Metro/Mini Motorways.”