Pipeline Of Emperor Yu (2020)

Developer: GameBarley CO.,LTD.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 17 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 53 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-rhythm puzzle game that feels calming as you guide water through ancient Chinese mythology, blending gentle brainteasers with narrative discovery.

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What players say

A puzzle game that blends pipe-connecting with block-pushing, themed around the legend of Yu the Great. Players say it is easy to clear but tricky to perfect, with timed steps that some find pointless and annoying. Reviewed as cheap and fun, though graphics look like a mobile port.

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