Age of Invention (2015)

Developer: Mirball Games
Publisher: Alawar Casual
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual
Rating: 3.3 of 5, 112 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical yet engaging puzzle of gathering resources and renovating villages, where the challenge lies in optimizing your efficiency under a gentle clock.

casualtime managementresource managementaddictivestrategiclaid-backpuzzle-likerewarding

What players say

Players agree it crashes consistently on chapter 27 and during the intro, making the game unplayable for many. The 55 levels are short and easy, and the controls feel less smooth than similar games.

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