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  • Be prepared to ruminate.

    This is the most fascinating game I’ve played in a while. The simplest arrangement of dots on a screen can be infuriating, even as the last arrangement of dots was so simple...

    The clues are oblique. The puzzles build on each other and get increasingly complex as you go through the sequence. A clue or key may be hidden in another puzzle — or it might just look that way. You have to be able to think forwards, backwards, round about, and inside out (list not inclusive).

    Have scratch paper handy. Take notes as you go through. Mark which puzzles took which skills to solve. I have only finished the first chapter so far, so I can’t say anything about the ending except that I’m very much looking forward to it. :)
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  • Excellent puzzles

    This is definitely a great game if you enjoy random puzzles and logic questions. The puzzles vary between words, sounds, and visual. Definitely helps to have some scrap paper nearby.
  • Well designed and entertaining

    Keeps you glued for clues
  • Great (if you've got that sort of brain)

    A mix of simple and more complex puzzles which can lead one to expend an enormous amount of time heading in the wrong direction, to save time I recommend searching for the obvious answer before getting too devious, although devious is definitely required at times. Overall, very satisfying though and suited to people who enjoy cryptic clues and experimentation/observation
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  • Amazing! Unlike any game I've ever played.

    Just finished chapter 1 and all I can say is this game is phenomenal. Amazing design. Extremely well thought out, incredible puzzle design, great background music, and a very interesting storyline to boot! I can't put it down and I can't wait to continue the journey! Makes me feel like I'm solving Cicada puzzles ;) AND THERE'S A PART TWO!!! DOWNLOAD. THIS. GAME. Or you're doing yourself a disservice, truly. Great thanks to the developers and please keep more coming!
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  • Amazing and challenging puzzles

    I love these kinds of puzzle. I get to really stretch my thinking. The way the levels leave clues for each other adds delightful complexity and surprises. The narrative drew me in right away. The game feels very real.
  • Very well crafted puzzle game

    Good job... I am having trouble putting it down!
  • Pure genius

    Absolutely amazing! I can't recommend it enough.
  • Definitely worth it!

    It have been waiting a very, very long time for a game like this to stimulate my brain. The puzzles are easy enough at first and get harder as you progress. I'm always ashamed to admit when I take a peek at the hints but sometimes even the hints elude me! Rather than frustrate me, though, it only makes me more determined to get to the next level. Thank you so much to the creators of this game for getting rid of my boredom!
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  • Fun, Difficult Puzzles

    I enjoy the mood of the game and the puzzles are interesting, but difficult. Learning all the controls and screens in the game is part of the puzzle.

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