Underplayed Gems

Containment (2018)

Containment cover
Developer
Finite Reflection Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.2 of 5, 53 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A compact, turn-based puzzle that feels deceptively simple at first but demands careful planning and patience.

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What players say

Players call it a clever puzzle game that is easy to grasp but hard to master, though the tutorial leaves key mechanics unexplained. The fun comes from risk-reward decisions and chasing high scores on the leaderboard. Some players find the need to let bacteria grow for points frustrating, and the difficulty spikes in the middle. The asking price is widely praised.

Screenshots

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