Shift (2016)

Developer: Black Lime Studio
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 346 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, methodical puzzle game where you connect figures on a grid, shifting directions to score points while listening to a pleasant soundtrack.

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What players say

Players describe a minimalist puzzle game about rotating tiles to connect a line and score points. The lack of a fast-forward button makes the pacing feel slow to some, while others find it a relaxing casual experience.

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