Death Squared (2017)

Developer: SMG Studio
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 717 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A crisp, minimalist puzzle game that feels like a sharp mental workout, with a dry, dark sense of humor and a welcoming tone whether you're tackling levels solo or sharing the controller with a friend.

puzzle co-opminimalistdarkly funnycooperativechallengingsatiricalrobot themedsolo or duo

What players say

Players describe it as a simple co-op puzzle game that tests communication and leads to funny mistakes. Most praise it as short and polished, though one reviewer reports a broken level in party mode.

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