Herman Electro (2021)

Developer: 3:15 Software
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical puzzle-crawler where each run demands careful tool usage and logical thinking to escape a procedurally shifting factory.

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What players say

Players praise the puzzle design for offering multiple solutions and say the resource management layer keeps the game engaging. The simple art style is divisive, some call it rough while others find it charming. Comparisons to The Castle Doctrine are common, but players say this version fixes that game's problems. The variety of characters changes how you play.

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