I’m on the hunt for puzzle games that offer more than what they seem at first. I’m talking about games with multiple layers to their puzzles—ones that challenge you to think differently or reveal new mechanics as you progress. Games like Portal 1 and 2, Tunic, Blue Prince, and The Witness really hit that sweet spot for me. No spoilers, please!
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You might want to try “Void Stranger.” It’s a puzzle game on Steam that really mixes things up with its mechanics and keeps you thinking in unexpected ways.
You can’t go wrong with The Talos Principle 1 and 2 if you’re into complex and philosophical puzzle-solving. They have puzzles that expand in complexity and really make you think differently as you play.
Some other great puzzle games that have that layered feel are Fez, OneShot, Animal Well, and Noita. Each of these games hides interesting mechanics beneath their surface that can surprise you as you get deeper in.
If you haven’t checked out “Superliminal,” it’s definitely worth a shot. It doesn’t have a big story, but the puzzles twist your perspective in pretty clever ways that keep things interesting.
“There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension” is a quirky one that really makes you think outside the box. It’s all about breaking the usual rules of gaming itself, so it feels fresh and tricky.
