The Magic Circle (2015)

Developer: Question
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 1,500 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A meta, darkly comedic exploration through an unfinished game world where you manipulate development tools rather than wield traditional powers, with a tangible sense of frustrated creativity and sharp satire.

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What players say

Players praise this game's creative deconstruction of game development and its meta-commentary, but warn it is short at 3-5 hours. The puzzles are clever, though some rely on hunting for collectibles. The writing and voice acting are highlights, but there is no sprint and some glitches remain.

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