Underplayed Gems

Intraquartz (2022)

Intraquartz cover
Developer
ilzard
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
5.0 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Piloting a surgical rover through abstract, procedurally generated crystal dimensions with a quasi-infinite ambient soundscape feels meditative and surreal.

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What players say

Players navigate invisible crystalline mazes using lasers and markers, describing it as a disorienting but rewarding puzzle. The game is short, experimental, and demands patience, with a relaxing soundtrack. Some note that amd graphics cards struggle to render it properly.

Screenshots

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