Photochemistry (2024)

- Developer
- Thomas Horne
- Platforms
- Windows, Linux
- Genres
- Indie, Simulation
- Rating
- 5.0 of 5, 14 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 3.8 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
You methodically design and build nutrient-making mechanisms in a ruined world, relying on your own creativity and logic to solve open-ended puzzles.
atmosphericthoughtfulcreativemethodicalpuzzleminimalistpost-apocalypticgrid-based
What players say
Players describe Photochemistry as a Zachlike puzzle game focused on creativity and optimization, with many possible solutions to each level. They praise the satisfying feeling of finding efficient setups and the charming art style, while noting difficulty can spike if overthought. The soundtrack and freedom to optimize for cost or speed are highlights.
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