Games like 49 Squares

"Bacteria" is a puzzle game based on Conway's "Game of Life" cellular automaton. The goal is to add cells to a stable game field, aiming for a halted or cleared state after a few steps. You can add single points or use "Gliders" and "Lightweight Spaceships" patterns, with the difficulty level determining the allowed area for new cells. The game offers both colored and black and white modes.

"Strata is a single-player action game with stunning graphics and awesome music, offering a unique puzzle experience. The goal is to layer colored ribbons in a specific pattern, with hundreds of challenging levels to solve. Players can aim to perfect each grid by completing it without pulling a ribbon back, in this simple yet addicting game for all ages."

Diamo XL is an arcade score-chaser game, where you must survive a persistent barrage of obstacles within a diamond-shaped field. Move your character between five zones to collect points and avoid enemies, with the goal of constantly beating your previous high score. Unlock various alternate player characters as you progress through the game. Created by indie developer Adam Nickerson, expect a small yet solid gaming experience with simple mechanics that provides hours of replayability.

TransPlan is a single-player puzzle game that takes about 2 hours to complete. Players must deliver payloads from point A to point B using simple tools and physics, creating ramps and catapults to solve hand-drawn puzzles. With increasing complexity and the ability to unlock later levels and categories, players can earn hints by finishing projects on-budget and can utilize cloud saves and achievements.

Wayout 2: Hex is a first-person puzzle game where players navigate through increasingly complex mazes within a hexagonal grid. With over 50 levels, the game offers a variety of challenges that require strategic thinking and careful planning. Players can also create and share their own custom levels using the in-game level editor.

VOI is a single-player simulation game that utilizes XOR logic in its puzzles. Players are given various draggable geometric shapes to combine and match with the target shape. With a minimalistic design, cool music, and easy-to-use controls , VOI offers a relaxing yet challenging experience, but beware of bugs that may affect gameplay.

"GooCubelets 2" is a challenging puzzle game set in the GooUniverse with new anomalies causing even more mind-bending puzzles. The game features new traps, buttons, and aspects that will test your problem-solving skills and push the limits of your brainpower. Prepare to have your mind twisted and turned into ooze in this exciting sequel.

"Achromatic" is a minimalist puzzle game where you connect dots of the same color to transform them, with unique dots possessing special properties. The goal is to change all dots to one cohesive color while progressing through 60 handcrafted levels, with 10 bonus levels for added challenge. Featuring a calming soundtrack and polished aesthetic, players must plan their moves carefully to solve each puzzle.

"Kami is a single-player platformer game with amazing gameplay, ingenious graphics, and splendid music. The game features 63 unique puzzles, created with real paper in a Japanese theme, and comes with premium puzzles and hints. Kami offers a calming and elegant soundtrack and was nominated for the SXSW 2014 Gamer's Voice Award and was the #1 game in the Mac App Store and iOS puzzle game in 12 countries."

"Please Fix The Road" is a physics-based puzzle game where players must repair roads by manipulating various objects and materials. Use cranes, bulldozers, and other machinery to fill potholes, pave surfaces, and create safe roadways. With challenging levels and a variety of tools, players must plan carefully and execute their repairs flawlessly to succeed.