Dr. Kobushi's Labyrinthine Laboratory (2022)
- Developer
- Symbolic Software
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.6 of 5, 65 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 3.8 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A challenging retro puzzle game where you carefully plan each move through maze-like labs, mixed with lighthearted characters and a funny, story-driven rescue adventure.
retropixel graphicschallengingpuzzlestrategichumorouscutetop-down
What players say
Players praise the challenging turn-based puzzles and retro DOS aesthetic, often comparing it to Chip's Challenge or Baba is You. The Fearofdark soundtrack and pixel art charm get consistent mention. A few find the difficulty curve uneven or the quality-of-life lacking, and some note early levels can frustrate before the game opens up.
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