20 Greatest Puzzle Games Of All Time

Introduction

For me, it’s a puzzle game.

Portal

Puzzles are very challenging.
Puzzles are very fun.
Puzzles are very rewarding.
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Puzzles are very engaging.
Puzzles are very satisfying. They’re also exciting, interesting, and require a certain level of mental dexterity that makes you feel like a genius when you solve them!

The Witness

The Witness is a puzzle video game developed and published by Thekla, Inc. It was released for Microsoft Windows and PlayStation 4 in January 2016, and for the Xbox One in May 2016.

The Witness is set on an uninhabited island with various environmental puzzles littered around it to be solved by the player. The game’s open-world design lets players explore freely as they wish, while learning more about the island’s mysteries as they progress through its challenges.

Inside

Inside is a puzzle-platformer video game developed by Playdead. It was released in June 2016 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Inside follows an unnamed boy who encounters danger after being abducted by unknown individuals. The player must help him escape his oppressors through solving puzzles and avoiding hazards within the environment. There are no dialogue or written instructions during gameplay; only the sound effects of footsteps and breathing indicate what actions should be performed next.

Inside received critical acclaim from reviewers across all platforms, who praised its art direction, aesthetics and story as well as its dark atmosphere and minimalist approach to storytelling by using subtle visual cues instead of traditional methods such as text or dialogue boxes within cutscenes (elements that were used only when necessary). It won several awards including GameSpot’s “Best Art Direction” award in 2017; Metacritic’s “Best Xbox One Game Award”; IGN’s “Best Puzzle Game Award”; The Artistic Achievement Award at DICE Awards 2017; GotY Awards from PC Gamer magazine & Eurogamer among others..

Peggle

Peggle is a puzzle game where you have to shoot balls at pegs of various colors. The goal of the game is to clear all the orange pegs and avoid getting any blue ones. It’s fun, easy to learn and hard to master. It’s perfect for all ages!

Fez

Fez is a 2D puzzle-platformer video game developed and published by Polytron Corporation. It was released for Microsoft Windows and Xbox 360 on April 13, 2012. The player-character Gomez receives a fez that causes him to shift between two different worlds: the 2D world of his village and the 3D world of the underground labyrinths. The player uses this mechanic to navigate both realms, often switching between them in order to solve puzzles or find secrets.
The game was developed over several years by designer Phil Fish (who is also known as “Polytron”). Upon its release, Fez received critical acclaim for its art design, gameplay mechanics, story, music and atmosphere; it has been described as one of the best indie games ever made.

The Talos Principle

The Talos Principle is a first-person puzzle game developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. It was released for Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, and PlayStation 4 in 2014. The Talos Principle is set in an open world environment which the player is free to explore at their leisure alongside solving puzzles to progress the story. As you progress through the game you will encounter many different types of puzzles that require you to use your mind to solve them instead of just your fingers like most games.

The gameplay consists of an open world environment where players can move around freely while solving puzzles as they see fit or following a linear path towards their goal if they choose so. By collecting orbs hidden throughout each level players can purchase upgrades such as new tools or abilities that will help them on their way through this challenging adventure!

Monument Valley

Monument Valley is a game in which you are tasked with guiding an architect through a series of mind-bending puzzles. The game features stunning graphics, a fantastic soundtrack, and a compelling story that will keep you interested from start to finish.

The gameplay revolves around moving objects around the screen to achieve certain goals. There are no enemies or time limits; instead, your goal is simply to figure out how the levels work and get from Point A to Point B. Most levels have multiple solutions that can take different amounts of time depending on how creative you get with solving them—this makes Monument Valley an excellent game for those who love thinking outside the box!

The controls are easy enough to pick up: simply drag objects around with your finger or use the arrow keys on your keyboard if you don’t want to touch anything dirty (like fingers). You’ll need some patience at times since some puzzles can seem impossible at first glance but often become much simpler when viewed from another angle!

Braid

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Released for Microsoft Windows and Xbox Live Arcade in 2008, and for Mac OS X in 2009.
Braid is a puzzle-platform video game developed by Number None Inc. It was released for Microsoft Windows and Xbox Live Arcade in 2008, and for Mac OS X in 2009. In Braid, players control an unnamed male protagonist who explores the gameplay world while solving puzzles that are designed to test their perception of time as well as their reflexes. The game requires thinking outside the box to solve puzzles using either time travel or the manipulation of objects; however, it is often unclear whether one can change anything beyond just themselves (notably if they die).

Tetris Effect

Tetris Effect is a psychological phenomenon in which people who play Tetris for long periods of time develop a form of mental tunnel vision, which makes it difficult for them to think about anything but the game.

The Tetris Effect was first coined by Dr. Richard Haier, professor of psychology at the University of California Riverside and author of The Psychology of Video Games (2007) and The Neuroscience of Intelligence (1997). It’s also featured prominently in the book Mind Wide Open by Steven Johnson (2004).

The Tetris Effect has been studied extensively by researchers like Dr. Vladimir Skulachev from Moscow State University, who found that subjects showed significant improvements in their attention span after just 10 days playing Tetris!

Snipperclips – Cut it out, together!

Snipperclips is a puzzle game in which you and a friend solve puzzles by cutting shapes out of paper. It’s not just fun, but it’s also clever and adorable (the characters are made up of paper cut-outs). You can play this game with the Joy-Con controllers or on your Switch screen—and if you have any friends or family members nearby, they can join in on the fun!

This game is perfect for parties or get-togethers where everyone wants to play games together. If you’re looking for something that will challenge your brain while still being easy enough for anyone to pick up and enjoy, Snipperclips is an excellent choice.

Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Edition

Dying Light: The Following – Enhanced Edition is a first-person, action survival game where you can play as Kyle Crane, a new character who has been hired by the Harran Military to infiltrate the quarantine zone and assassinate its leader.

You can play in co-op mode with up to three other players, each taking on their own unique roles that fall into one of four classes: Enforcer, Technician, Survivalist and Brawler. As an Enforcer you’re skilled at using firearms while Technician’s focus is on melee weapons. The Survivalist uses ranged weapons but also has access to traps and grenades while Brawlers are skilled in hand-to-hand combat with knives or crowbars.

Quiplash 2 InterLASHional – The Say Anything Party Game

If you’re looking for a party game that is fun and easy to play, then Quiplash 2 InterLASHional may be the perfect option for you. This game can be played with up to 8 people and can be done with friends or family members, as well as strangers or even celebrities! The premise of this game is simple: you are given a prompt and then have to come up with something funny in response. After everyone has submitted an answer (in turns), they vote on which one was best. It’s really that simple! Expand your mind by playing this fun-filled puzzle-style game today!

Broken Age Act 1 and 2

Broken Age is a point-and-click adventure game developed by Double Fine Productions. The story follows Shay, a boy on a ship who wants nothing more than to be free, and Vella, a girl who lives in a world where everyone is forced to sacrifice themselves every year. You must help them escape from their worlds and work together against the darkness that threatens to destroy both of them. Broken Age has been praised for its beautiful art style, fun gameplay and great characters that make you care about what happens next in their stories.

Worlds of Magic Planar Conquest (PC) + DLC

Worlds of Magic is a turn-based strategy game that takes place in the fantasy world of Ardania. It was developed by Stardock and published by Atari, and released on September 30, 2000. The game features up to 100 different types of creatures, a variety of player races, over 50 spells and 25 buildings which can be built on your island (the land is divided into 20 islands). You can also build ships to explore the world map as well as travel between them.

The original Worlds of Magic was released without any downloadable content (DLC) but there have been numerous expansions since then including: Heroes II: Legends Of Myth And Legend; The Lost Tales I & II; Spellbound!; Supermen!; Warlords IV: Heroes Of Etheria; Warlords V: Battles Of Ardania + The King’s Bounty Expansion Pack

It’s time to get your brain working.

Games such as Tetris, Bejeweled and Candy Crush have entertained us for decades. But now it’s time to get your brain working with some of the most challenging puzzle games ever created!

Puzzle games are a great way to unwind after a stressful day at work or school. They help improve focus and concentration, which is especially important when playing solo. You can play these games on your phone, computer and console; alone or with friends; at home or on-the-go; for free or for money—the options are endless!

In this list you’ll find some of the best puzzle games that will challenge even the most persistent player.

Conclusion

If there is one thing we can all agree on, it’s that a good puzzle game makes your head hurt in the best possible way. It’s always exciting to finally solve a conundrum you’ve been struggling with for hours on end, and these twenty games are some of our favorites.