Underplayed Gems

Leap of Phase: Samantha (2022)

Leap of Phase: Samantha cover
Developer
Out of the Box Games UG
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.9 of 5, 36 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A methodical first-person puzzle game where you carefully navigate surreal test chambers using teleporters, building tension through minimalist environments and an unsettling corporate narrative.

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What players say

Players say it is a short, Portal-inspired puzzle game with its own teleport sphere mechanic. The story is interesting enough, the puzzles get trickier, and the developer is praised for engaging with the community.

Screenshots

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