Underplayed Gems

LOOP: A Tranquil Puzzle Game (2015)

LOOP: A Tranquil Puzzle Game cover
Developer
John Cullen
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 135 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A meditative, pressure-free puzzle game where you swap hexagons at your own pace to reveal patterns.

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What players say

Players praise the simple tile-swapping loop mechanic with escalating difficulty. Later levels introduce tiles that rotate or change color, adding depth. The 100 handcrafted levels plus an endless generator offer good value, though some find the difficulty spikes frustrating and note puzzles do not save mid-level.

Screenshots

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