OCTOPTICOM (2018)

Developer: UP DEVELOPMENT LTD.
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 55 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a calm, methodical puzzle game about designing optical circuits with lasers and mirrors.

puzzle programmingminimalistlogicabstractdifficultcolorfulatmospheric

What players say

Players compare it to Zachtronics games but note it is less polished, with a clunky interface and occasional crashes. The puzzles use light and logic gates, ramping up in difficulty, and optimization challenges add replay value. There is no story.

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