Underplayed Gems

Altered (2021)

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Developer
Glitchheart
Publisher
Rooftop Panda
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 127 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A calming yet challenging puzzle journey through a surreal, colorful world where you transform characters to think in new ways.

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What players say

Players praise the four distinct sokoban variants, each with unique movement rules, and find the puzzles tough but fair with no filler. The zen atmosphere and soundtrack are consistently mentioned, and reviewers say the game does not overstay its welcome at around 5 to 14 hours.

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