Underplayed Gems

Poems & Codes (2023)

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Developer
Hero Game Co LLC
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 86 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A calm, reflective puzzle game where you slowly unravel classic poetry, encouraging quiet contemplation and a sense of literary discovery.

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What players say

Players compare it unfavorably to its predecessor, Prose & Codes, citing repetitive puzzles from the same poems and obscure vocabulary that demands lookups. Fans enjoy the relaxing cryptogram gameplay and discovering classic poetry, but opinions split on whether the interface improvements justify the changes.

Screenshots

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