Underplayed Gems

Tulpa (2015)

Tulpa cover
Developer
Encryptique
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
2.8 of 5, 258 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A hauntingly elegant puzzle-platformer where you navigate a surreal, minimalist world with a constant sense of mystery and quiet tension.

atmosphericsurrealpuzzlingdarkminimalisthauntingchallengingmysterious

What players say

Players praise the surreal art and atmosphere but are split on the puzzles, which often rely on trial and error. Many report the first gate is bugged on high-refresh monitors, making it unplayable without capping at 60 Hz. The game is short, around 90 minutes, and controls feel floaty.

Screenshots

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