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96%5k96% positive reviews, Overwhelmingly Positive across 5k reviews·Programming · Logic
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Hard Chip is a 3D simulation/puzzle game about building processors focusing on realism. Explore the world of semiconductor chip design and delve into the intricacies of CPU logic, floor planning, and propagation delay.


Good people at Valve once said players should buy into an early access for what it is now and not for what it could be. We agree! Make sure you read the Early Access Game section above.
Hard Chip is in its active development phase. While the core player experience is in place, the content is subject to change. You may encounter areas where fine-tuning is ongoing, and some features may evolve as we continue to improve the game. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us shape the final product, and we appreciate your understanding and support during this exciting phase of development!
Step into the shoes of 'new_user', an engineer tasked with the monumental challenge of repairing machines to escape from an unknown location. Your tool? The fundamental building blocks of digital logic: complementary transistors.
Begin with the basics of electronic components, creating gates out of complementary transistors. Learn the art of electronic design as you progress from simple NAND and NOR gates to complex circuits capable of performing intricate tasks.

Combine your gates into larger, more sophisticated parts. Each assembly is a puzzle, demanding not just intelligence but creativity, planning, and foresight.

Optimize your designs for efficiency and space, pushing the limits of your engineering prowess.

All electronics seem non-functional, and they are your only way forward.

Advance into a strange world.

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