Underplayed Gems

PANIK (2025)

PANIK cover
Developer
ChumasGames
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 37 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

a puzzle game where you guide characters to a goal under pressure, testing your composure without panicking

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What players say

Players praise its minimalist aesthetic and escalating difficulty, saying it starts simple before demanding serious thought. The game rewards persistence with satisfying eureka moments, and its structure of short levels across themed worlds keeps things fresh. Some note a frustration with the lack of an undo button for achievement hunting.

Screenshots

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