Runes (2016)

Developer: Ede Tarsoly
Publisher: Headup
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 41 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calming yet brain-tickling puzzle game where you methodically slide arrow-marked marbles into place against a backdrop of subtle music and clean visuals.

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What players say

Players describe Runes as a minimalist sliding puzzle game with 120 levels and a 3-star rating system based on moves. They praise its soothing soundtrack but note the lack of in-game volume control and find it repetitive after the first 20 levels, though many consider it worth its low price.

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