Underplayed Gems

Comet 64 (2021)

Comet 64 cover
Developer
Onur Ayas
Publisher
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Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, Simulation
Rating
3.8 of 5, 187 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You sit alone in a dark, rainy room, working through brutal programming puzzles on an old computer.

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What players say

Players compare Comet 64 unfavorably to Zachtronics titles like TIS-100 and MHRD, saying it lacks their polish and creative freedom. The pseudo-assembly language has strange limitations that frustrate, and puzzle difficulty swings wildly. Some find it a cozy introduction to programming logic, while others call it too easy or poorly designed.

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