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88%97288% positive reviews, Very Positive across 972 reviews·Puzzle · Singleplayer
—Can you escape ? Will you be able to get out of each room ? Minimalist turn-based logic game : Move from square to square to clear your way to the exit. Moving around will also disturb the creatures that will try to catch you...
Within The Mind
SteamThe protagonist wakes up lost, all he knows is that he must escape... But from what ? "Within the Mind" is a minimalist turn-based logic game : Move from square to square to navigate the room and find a path to the exit. Moving around will also attract creatures that will try to catch you... Loosen them behind walls, open and close doors, and discover several other mechanics... The creatures movements follow a predefined logic that allows you to anticipate their movements and allow each level to be solved.
A lightweight and easy-to-use game for casual or long sessions :
Each room can be reset, and each round can be undone to go back at will.
Progress is saved after each completed level.
Can be played with a keyboard, mouse, or a combination of both.
Touchscreen compatible.
Steam Deck compatible.
Levels of all difficulties :
Whether you're a casual player, a hard-to-challenge type, or a complete dislike of the genre, you'll find levels that suit you.
This first chapter gives you access to 111 levels of varying difficulty, with a tutorial.
A scenario (challenge) that will encourage you to surpass yourself :
Playing these three most extreme levels also allows you to progress through the storyline, but don't worry : Completing a challenge level isn't a prerequisite to discover the entire storyline.
This game addresses many themes and poses several reflections on life, surpassing oneself, achieving one's personal goals, or even on recurring themes.
A demo to get you started :
Try the demo to get a feel for the game and get free access to 3 levels of each difficulty : easy, intermediate, and hard. (approximate size : 174 MB)
Upcoming new features :
Are you ready to brave the unknown ? Join the Discord server for bug report or feedback !
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