Underplayed Gems

Control:Override (2021)

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Developer
B-Deshi Interactive
Publisher
Brain Station 23 Ltd.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You methodically rewind mistakes and pry open security layers in a neon cyber void, questioning your own creation.

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What players say

Players praise the original mechanic of controlling movement directions with the mouse, calling the puzzles mind-bending and the story surprisingly solid. However, many find the controls clunky and frustrating, with some losing interest midway through the short playtime.

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