Pertinence

[h1] Essentially Antichamber but in 2D. Challenging and hard to complete. Require some unusual solutions. Puzzle element is puzzling. Don't puzzle yourself and skip. Unless... [/h1]

Reminds me of the worlds hardest game, got it for a background lowk

Pertinence is an abstract puzzle adventure developed and published by Not Magic that builds its experience around experimentation, exploration, and independent problem-solving. Instead of relying on tutorials or heavily directed progression, the game encourages players to discover mechanics naturally through curiosity and observation. It embraces a design philosophy that places trust in the player, creating an experience where learning becomes part of the challenge itself. The result is a puzzle game that feels unconventional, rewarding patience and creativity rather than simply testing logic through straightforward solutions. The game takes place within a mysterious collection of interconnected spaces where progression revolves around exploration and discovery. Players move through a large network of rooms while collecting alloy, a valuable resource that serves as a key component of advancement. Alloy unlocks abilities and opens access to new possibilities throughout the world, gradually expanding the player’s understanding of both movement systems and puzzle mechanics. What separates Pertinence from many puzzle games is how little direct guidance it provides. The game deliberat…

This game is cool, a little confusing but a very good way to keep yourself occupied

it is interesting, but clues are not clear

I'd love to recommend this, as it seems like a pretty neat game. Unfortunately, after severe FPS drops in every room that was audacious enough to use some basic particle effects - on both my gaming PC and Steam Deck - the game committed an unforgivable sin: It crashed and corrupted my save file, wiping all my progress. If the developers decide to come back and fix their mess, I'll happily give it another try. Until then, it's gotta be a thumbs-down from me.