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Looking for games like Soft(A)ware? Here are top platformer recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Chiral, Fumiko! or Fumiko!.

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    Download the demo for FREE: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3106330/Chiral/ In Chiral, a sci-fi psychological horror/comedy first person puzzle game, you'll assume the role of a disembodied brain in a jar, paired with a digital AI companion. Together, you'll navigate a labyrinth of mirror, laser, and gravity puzzles that will challenge your spatial reasoning and leave you both laughing and bew… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chiral.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization
    84% User Score Based on 82 reviews

    Fumiko! is a story-driven, artistic platformer that is not ashamed of being weird and unique. You are an artificial intelligence named Fumiko. You managed to escape the testing grounds and voices are telling you where to go. A surreal world is unfolding. Everything is unknown to you in a dystopian network of 2080. In this single-player, story-driven game you'll enter a rabbit hole. The network i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fumiko!.

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  3. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization
    84% User Score Based on 82 reviews

    Fumiko! is a story-driven, artistic platformer that is not ashamed of being weird and unique. You are an artificial intelligence named Fumiko. You managed to escape the testing grounds and voices are telling you where to go. A surreal world is unfolding. Everything is unknown to you in a dystopian network of 2080. In this single-player, story-driven game you'll enter a rabbit hole. The network i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fumiko!.

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  4. 76%Game Brain Score
    76% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    FULL GAME WILL RELEASE 25 NOVEMBER HERE AND ON STEAM! STEAM LINK: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3508790/One_More_Experiment/ ------------------------------ One More Experiment is a... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One More Experiment.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Astro Link is a Portal-like puzzle game that takes place within the mysterious Astro Link facility. What happened to this place? Will test subject #602 be able to find out? Use your ability to switch places with your teleportation portal to solve mind-bending puzzles! And discover what happened to the facility. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Link.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Use four-dimensional thinking to control time and navigate through the world of Beta MAX. This atmospheric first-person puzzle platformer takes you on a journey with Max, who has been thrust into a retro-futuristic 80's inspired world full of increasingly complex puzzles. You Will Pause and rewind time Manoeuvre objects onto floor switches and remotely activate wall switches Utilise t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beta MAX.

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  7. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    60% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    The Guy is now in VR! Experience it and find out the new custom levels that take full advantage of Virtual Reality. Will your heart be able to take all these deaths at once? Features — A vast world to explore freely! — New awesome levels that take full advantage of VR devices — Full body locomotion in Virtual Reality — Total physics control of all items — New incredible moves: be able to pic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Suicide Guy VR.

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  8. SoS is a puzzle and first-person platform game, where you play as L-064N, who wakes up in The ION laboratory, place where you will have to go through different logical trials created by the artificial intelligence of the place, in order to recover memories and understand this enigmatic world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to System of Souls.

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  9. YOU ONLY SEE WHERE YOU'VE BEEN Your forward vision module is gone. You walk backwards. You stare down the corridor you just survived. And the gap you are about to step into — the one waiting behind your back — you are not allowed to look at it. Turn the camera forward and your optics fail. Static. Glitch. Black. You are still moving. EVERY JUMP IS A LEAP OF FAITHYou clear the gap by… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blindstep.

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  10. A VR game play tester finds herself locked in a NEW REALITY! Slip on the revolutionary NEW REALITY headset and dive into the mesmerizing purple void. But beware—The Warden prowls relentlessly, hunting for its next prey. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loop: New Reality.

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  11. Always in Mind invites you to step inside the mind of 12-year-old Teddy Jacobs. Joined by "Proxy", a mysterious living archive with access to your family's memories, you will explore the impossible distances of the mind to relive key moments from your mother, father, and grandfather's lives. Journey through worlds built from the memories of Teddy's family. Each recollection transforms… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Always in Mind.

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  12. A First-Person Puzzle Game about Remnants of Once great Civilization In a dystopian future,  abandoned prisons patrolled by robots clinging to forgotten orders. Some obey. Some resist. You are a prisoner 811, armed only with a stolen control device and your wits. Explore brutalist complex of Pocket prisons and navigate treacherous environments. Solve intricate puzzles, manipulate robots, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Dictator.

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  13. Thanks MerlinThanks Merlin is an adventure platformer with elements of horror and puzzles, where the main goal is to uncover the mystery behind the strange entertainment complex “Thanks Merlin.” After receiving a clue about the disappearance of children, you head to the abandoned high-tech complex and soon find yourself trapped inside. Its creator and owner, the inventor Merlin, is still here — a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thanks Merlin.

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  14. What if solving a murder meant diving into the killer’s mind? In Project Enceladus, a first-person sci-fi puzzle platformer, you play as Detective Darren, tasked with uncovering the truth behind a brutal massacre aboard a deep-space research station. To do that, you’ll enter the mind of the man responsible — scientist Dr. Noah Valen — and explore his fractured psyche through a simulated reality … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Enceladus.

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  15. Among the Waves is a science fiction metroidvania with platforming elements. Explore the dark corridors of the Alatyr-M fortress, diving into mysteries of religion and ancient technology. Manipulate physics with unique abilities, uncover hidden pathways, battle enemies and challenging bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Among the Waves.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Puzzle Parasite is a sci-fi puzzle adventure where you wield telekinetic powers and a cricket bat. You send energy cores flying, power alien tech, and avoid deadly lasers, as you go deeper to uncover the hidden secrets. A handcrafted tribute to the classics that made us think in new ways. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Puzzle Parasite.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 678 reviews

    Explore the twisting passages and alleys of the Halls, a liminal manifestation of the subconscious of many. After clicking a shady looking hyperlink and filling out a survey, you find yourself in a non-sensical place where gravity implies no "up" or "down." The unfortunate residents encourage you to find your way out by facing your regrets and getting stronger. Gain ab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metro Gravity.

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  18. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 13,381 reviews

    The Talos Principle II is a thought-provoking first-person puzzle experience that greatly expands on the first game's philosophical themes and stunning environments with increasingly mind-bending challenges. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Talos Principle 2.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 7,526 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 4 reviews

    Challenge perception, redefine reality, and reshape the world around you with an instant camera. Viewfinder is a new single player game offering gamers hours of interesting and fun experiences while uncovering the mysteries left behind.Viewfinder is a mind-bending first person adventure game in which you can bring pictures to life by placing them into the world. Features Reshape Reality: Beyond ph… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viewfinder.

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  20. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    83% User Score Based on 229 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    Time Loader is a story-driven, physics-based puzzle platformer with a twist. At the helm of a small robot, you'll travel back to the 90s to prevent a tragic accident. Explore the house of your creator, solve brain-teasing puzzles, acquire unique and powerful upgrades, and see common household items from an entirely new perspective! But remember: meddling with time has serious consequences. You may… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time Loader.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    84% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Gravia is a first-person action-puzzle game where you have the power to create small black holes called "Rifts". Rifts pull in and destroy almost everything in the environment, including yourself. You'll use this power to destroy obstacles, solve puzzles, and move yourself at very high speeds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravia.

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  22. INKURSIONYou are an Octopus. You were created five minutes ago. And the god who made you is watching your every move. INKURSION is a narrative-driven 3D platformer where you play as a newly sentient octopus, brought to life by a powerful programmer known only as the Sky King. Armed with a grappling hook, a sword, and a growing sense of self-awareness, you must navigate a series of bizarre, beauti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INKURSION.

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  23. A glitch in time, a squad in chaos, and the fine line between a teammate and a traitor. A Leap into the UnknownIn The Unnatural Leap, a massive system error hasn't just broken the code—it’s shattered time itself. You play as a group of robots flung into a primitive world they were never programmed to survive. To find a way back to the future, you’ll need to master your surroundings, solve intrica… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Unnatural Leap.

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  24. Chamber One is a story-driven 3D puzzle platformer. You wake up in a sterile elevator with no memories. As part of the Rebuild Test Program, you progress through test chambers to uncover the truth about the system and yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chamber One.

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  25. A short, atmospheric 2.5D puzzle-platformer where you control a robot that travels through different scenarios, passing through sectors dominated by machines that have awakened consciousness after the absence of human presence in an apocalyptic world. In a post-apocalyptic environment, much of the cities, underground bunkers, and even military installations have been taken over by independe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Reforest.

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  26. This is a fairly short adventure that you can play in around 4 hours. It's atmospheric and a little bit funny. You are a blob of oil and you have to escape from the oil industry. Bounce Around Splat off the walls, bowl thru stacks of barrels, and skate across puddles as an elastic blob, with Mario-like moves subverted by formlessness. Slow time to pull a tricky maneuver, or just to savor your char… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crude Oil.

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    <Dream Swallowed Reality>The 'Oracle', a dream machine from BlueDot, allowed humanity to live out any dream they desired. However, one day a colossal black sphere appeared in the sky, turning humanity's dream into an inescapable nightmare. Now, people are trapped in a prison called 'dream', unable to awaken to reality. Agent K, who possesses the ability to enter the dreams of others, resolv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INTERSCAPE.

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  28. >DESCRIPTION: >HAL_4 is a singleplayer action-puzzle horror game. Navigate a series of anomalous environments as you solve puzzles and escape death-traps by taking them apart. In another dimension... Enter the Devil's Garden; a mysterious network of interdimensional tunnels located beneath the abandoned town of GladderVines; contained and monitored by an organization known as the Ludic Foundatio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to >HAL_4.

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  29. Curve space-time to overcome obstacles and solve puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STORM: lost normality.

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  30. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The report is official - Toony's Daycare has closed forever. The town is filled with questions-why has this happened? Where are the missing children? A private detective has been hired to find out what happened---but he finds out too much!   If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toony's Daycare.

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    Blaze your path as CYTE, a being created to guard the flow of time, as you dash and slam your way through a mysterious enemy’s mechanical army in this first person 3d action game. Fight through a unique science fiction world in the perfect blend of intense combat and lightning-fast movement. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CYTE.

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  32. A.D.A.M. tells the story of a factory worker robot who gains consciousness. Guided only by mysterious messages, hidden by his creator Dr. Eugene Whistlewiley deep in the system logs of the facility's mainframe computer, A.D.A.M. tries to uncover the secret behind his existence. Although A.D.A.M. gained control over his own actions when he was disconnected from the central network, he's got… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adam.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    The final project for a team of high school seniors as part of their game design class, Chrono Clone is a free to play first-person puzzle platformer with multiple levels. Explore the mysterious world of Chrono Clone in this brand-new puzzle-action platformer! A science experiment gone horribly wrong has left you stranded between time and you must find your way back to your own timeline. To do th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ChronoClone.

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  34. Mirrormind is a 3D Puzzle Platformer in a lo-fi dithered style, where you can shift perspective into any person you can see. Journey through a series of worlds to explore different points of view. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mirrormind.

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  35. A physics-driven game where every roll, jump, and dash depends on your precision. This isn't just about moving from point A to point B; it’s about mastering momentum and adapting to a world that reacts to your every move. Physics & Momentum: The ball follows the laws of physics. It carries weight and inertia even if you let go of the keys, the world keeps moving. Energy System: You decide … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alex The Ball.

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  36. Duplicate Dissolution is a short first-person puzzle game where you utilize your digital duplicates to solve a series of puzzles and conundrums. Use the duplicates at your disposal in varied situations. In these floors covered by light, where your timing, planning and execution skills will be put to the test, your intelligence is your strongest asset. Easily command your 3 digital duplicat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duplicate Dissolution.

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  37. Nomori is a mind-bending puzzle game where you need to control time and space to journey through a shattered spirit world. Take shortcuts through portals, rotate your perspective, and control the flow of time to move forward, whichever way that is. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nomori.

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  38. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    99% User Score Based on 299,604 reviews
    Critic Score 93%Based on 8 reviews

    Sequel to the acclaimed Portal (2007), Portal 2 pits the protagonist of the original game, Chell, and her new robot friend, Wheatley, against more puzzles conceived by GLaDOS, an A.I. with the sole purpose of testing the Portal Gun's mechanics and taking revenge on Chell for the events of Portal. As a result of several interactions and revelations, Chell once again pushes to escape Aperture Scienc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Portal 2.

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  39. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 570 reviews

    QUANTUM POWERS Amidst a heist gone wrong, Mittens — the world's greatest (and most literal) cat burglar — finds herself caught in a quantum experiment, and gains incredible powers. With the help of her friends and some new quantum tricks up her sleeve, Mittens must puzzle her way through the secretive research facility, uncover the truth, and make it home before breakfast. FUN PUZZLES The game is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Schrodinger's Cat Burglar.

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  40. Take on the role of a journalist trapped in a ruthless quantum universe where you'll need a diverse arsenal and the manipulation of quantum physics to survive and progress. Quick thinking, speed, and precision will be essential to surviving in this retro style physics FPS If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantum Hell.

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  41. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    92% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    Causal Loop is a narrative puzzler that blends mind-bending mechanics with a rich sci-fi story about time, consequence, and survival. Solve intricate puzzles by using the signature “echo” mechanic to record, replay, and interact with up to three versions of your past self. Can you break the loop? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Causal Loop.

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  42. An observation horror game by a student dev and a tired AI. Observe the hallway carefully: if you find an anomaly, turn back; if not, keep going. No saves, just pure student-made If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exit, Seriously?.

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  43. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Awaken in the Serene Estates, a vast underground housing facility built to shelter humanity from the dangers of the outside world. For generations, its residents have lived in controlled comfort, their lives guided and monitored by the omnipresent AI matron, Serena. Order was promised. Safety was guaranteed. But something has gone wrong. You are D-5.Omega, one of the last conscious residents… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serene Estates: Last Guy.

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  44. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    [Don't] Let Go is a quiet, emotional and atmospheric 3D Action-Adventure Puzzle game. Bound to a mysterious entity by a powerful connection you must work together to solve puzzles, defeat enemies and escape the ancient city. Do you have the strength to sever your only connection? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to [Don't] Let Go.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    JOIN US ON DISCORD! About the Game Get ready to enter a network of futuristic puzzles where every room challenges your intellect. In Cube Mind, every element in the environment is more than just decoration — it’s a strategic tool you must learn to master. Activators Trigger mechanisms, open doors, and reshape the level by placing cubes with precision. These smart switches react to your actio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cube Mind.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    95% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    Carefully capture tracks of your actions, then play them back to solve puzzles with the aid of your recorded ghosts. Collaborate with your past self to complete each level, teaming up, destroying them, or using any strategy to reach the exit. Tackle intricate puzzles that challenge you to navigate formidable obstacles and utilize versatile mechanics to devise your solutions. Constantl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Playback Loop.

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  47. Shift your direction of gravity to the walls and the ceiling to overcome your obstacles in this first-person puzzler. Solve 40+ traversal puzzles that challenge your spatial reasoning skills. Take care, however, for not all is as it seems. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whitematter.

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  48. Solve portal-based puzzles using platforming and various other mechanics! Features include: Portals Improved cutscenes Updated graphics Updated level designs [REDACTED] This is a remake of the old Perspective Part 1 game from Stardom Game Studios. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Perspective Remastered.

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  49. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Abducted and forced to perform in a galactic trial of skill, can you master the challenges and return home? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Patti Hattu!: Cosmic Revolt.

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  50. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 117 reviews

    Walk on walls. Manipulate gravity. Discover secrets. In this first-person puzzle game, delve deep into an ancient labyrinth of intricate conundrums, seeking an imprisoned god at the centre. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to He Who Watches.

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