Underplayed Gems

Clockwise Jinx (2022)

Clockwise Jinx cover
Developer
Pavel Gorev
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 18 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A disorienting puzzle game where you navigate trap-filled rooms with a dizzying control scheme that rotates 90 degrees each time you advance, making each step a mind-bending challenge.

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What players say

Players highlight the core gimmick of duplicated rooms rotated 90 degrees clockwise, which creates disorienting controls where pressing up moves you right. Opinions split: some find it a tedious and unfun puzzle, while others see a compelling strategic challenge.

Screenshots

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