Underplayed Gems

Complex Loop (2023)

Complex Loop cover
Developer
あみそ組, Bird`sEye
Publisher
あみそ組, Bird`sEye, Paras Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
4.7 of 5, 71 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Playing Complex Loop feels like a tense, puzzle-laden race against a ticking clock set within a cinematic sci-fi time-loop thriller.

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What players say

Players praise the time loop story for being compact and well-executed, with a satisfying payoff despite a short 4-8 hour length. The minesweeper-style combat is neat but divisive, while escape room puzzles are fine if unremarkable.

Screenshots

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