Underplayed Gems

Indirection (2022)

Indirection cover
Developer
Jacob Allen
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 40 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A deliberate, methodical puzzle-platformer where you carefully plan each move in a single direction, with a colorful pixel sci-fi atmosphere.

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What players say

Players praise the simple one-direction movement gimmick that drives clever, challenging puzzles without requiring twitch reflexes. They split on the controls, some calling them janky, and a few note technical issues on first launch and a short 16-level campaign.

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Screenshots

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