Underplayed Gems

Strings Theory (2021)

Strings Theory cover
Developer
BeautifulBee
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.9 of 5, 40 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A playful and quirky puzzle adventure where you swap between quirky string-like heroes to solve brain-teasing physics-based puzzles in a surreal microcosm.

quirkywhimsicalpuzzle-heavylightheartedbrain-teasingplayful

What players say

Players praise the puzzle design and unique character abilities like dimension shifting. The difficulty ramps up significantly after the early levels, and the charming story and music keep them engaged. Some compare it to Thomas Was Alone.

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Screenshots

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