A Game of Changes
Nuno Donato · 2016 · Puzzle, 3D Platformer, Logic, Adventure, Platformer
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About A Game of Changes
Introduction
Chance and destiny find themselves intermeshed in A Game of Changes.
Unravel and decipher the mechanics of these worlds, and journey through the 64 unique puzzles that draw inspiration and teachings from the I Ching \, one of the oldest classic books in human history.
Its wisdom originates from philosophical and scientific observations of the laws which rule existence. It invites us to conscientiously look within, at one’s own personality, character, perspective and purpose while inspiring us to discover the one unspoken, unmanifest, unchanging truth.
There is no predefined way, no set progression, no rights or wrongs, it's all about the choices you make.
Gameplay
Using the keyboard or a gamepad, you control the wise sage Confucius. In each level, your purpose is to open and reach the door, which will lead you to a different level.
As you discover the mechanics behind each element and symbol in the tiles, you are able to manipulate their position, in order to reach the door.
In each level, you'll be able to select the next level's hexagram, so when you cross the door, that's the level you'll be playing next.
The final purpose is to visit and complete all 64 levels. More than just 64 puzzles, the entire game is one big puzzle.
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
A Game of Changes is a philosophically-inspired puzzle platformer based on the I Ching that offers contemplative gameplay through its 64 interconnected levels, but players report significant frustrations with unclear puzzle mechanics and minimal developer support. While the concept and artistic vision earn respect, the lack of in-game explanation forces players to rely on external notes and guides, and some levels appear to be bugged with no active developer assistance available. The game demands substantial time and patience despite its short estimated playtime, making it a polarizing experie
What changed is the installation status of this game on my PC. Uninstalled. Glad I didn't pay for it.2 found this helpful
Swapped fire for water got tea. Swapped day for night got fired. Now swapping wife for cutlet waiting for cheese patch.1 found this helpful
A Game of Changes, developed by Nuno Donato and published by Conglomerate 5, is a contemplative 3D puzzle-platformer that builds its identity around abstraction, philosophy, and player choice. Released on Steam in 2016, it distinguishes itself not through flashy mechanics or high-intensity action, but through structure and symbolism. Inspired by the ancient Chinese I Ching, or “Book of Changes,” the game frames its progression system around the 64 hexagrams of that text, translating philosophical concepts about transformation and decision-making into interactive level design. Rather than guiding players through a rigid linear campaign, A Game of Changes presents a network of interconnected stages. After completing a level, players are given options about where to go next, selecting from available hexagram nodes. This design choice reinforces the thematic emphasis on choice and consequence. Although the overarching objective remains consistent—navigate the puzzle space and reach the exit—the order in which you experience these challenges is flexible. The structure encourages a reflective approach, as if each completed level represents not just progress, but a step in a larger philo…1 found this helpful
I think lvl. 6 is bugged so I can't fully finish it, trying to contact the dev for it, but they seem to be inactive. If they see this, please add me on Steam! Or if you managed to complete the level, then please reach out as well! That being said, it took me 11h as you can see to complete 63 out of the 64 levels. I thought the game would be way shorter since most reviewers have played for way less, do NOT get fooled by their playtime. I needed a pen and paper to play it and draw the patterns I could make to unlock new levels. Sadly, the game doesn't explain things well at all. There are some drawn explanations in certain levels, but they are not good imo, I could not personally understand them. Some explanations in words would have been better! Some useful tips: You can use the X changing line in ANY level, NOT just the ones where you acquire them. You can only hold 2 changing lines at once. You do not have to complete the levels in which you get those changing lines, simply open up an easy level, get that changing line, quit the level and you still got it. If a level is easy (for example, the first 2 levels), make sure to replay them as many times as needed to unlock every possib…
"A Game of Changes" is an exciting 3D puzzle platformer that guides you on a journey of wisdom through 64 unique worlds inspired by the teachings of the I Ching [Book of Changes], one of the oldest oracles in human history.
Play this if you enjoy the feeling of your own decisions being mocked by the universe
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