Overview
Hourglass plunges players into a reimagined ancient Egypt, challenging the conventional understanding of pyramids as mere tombs. This first-person puzzle adventure, developed and published by Cyberwave, posits a civilization far more technologically advanced than history suggests. Players will explore this enigmatic world, engaging with a unique core mechanic that forms the heart of its intricate puzzles.
Highlights
- Unique Time-Recording Mechanic: The game's central feature allows players to record their actions for a set duration. Upon completion, time rewinds, and a temporal echo of the player replays their recorded movements, enabling complex puzzle solutions.
- Atmospheric Exploration: Set against the backdrop of a technologically advanced ancient Egypt, Hourglass offers an atmospheric world filled with mystery and discovery.
- Engaging Puzzle Design: Players will face a variety of puzzles that require clever use of the time-recording ability to overcome obstacles and progress through the narrative.
Who It's For
Hourglass is designed for players who enjoy first-person puzzle games with a strong atmospheric element and a unique gameplay hook. Fans of adventure games that blend exploration with brain-teasing challenges will find much to appreciate here. The game's focus on puzzles and its intriguing premise also make it suitable for those who enjoy unraveling mysteries.
Game Info
Developed and published by Cyberwave, Hourglass is a first-person puzzle platformer released on October 22, 2021. It supports multiple languages, including English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Traditional Chinese, and Korean. The game features Steam Achievements and supports family sharing, with controller support being a key aspect of its gameplay. It has garnered a 'Very Positive' reception from Steam users.
