Hostile User Interface (2018)

Developer: Lutem
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 42 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deliberately frustrating maze game where the controls sabotage you with real Windows keyboard shortcuts, turning basic navigation into a struggle against both the game and the operating system.

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What players say

Players describe a short, meta puzzle game that uses Windows hotkeys as its core mechanic, often tricking them into hitting Alt+F4. They find it frustrating but hilarious, and appreciate that the quick loading makes accidental closures painless.

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