Mysterious House

The platform-puzzler Mysterious House is currently free, for Windows — 100% free to keep — in a time-limited Indiegala’s giveaway offer! Don’t miss it, as Mysterious House normally costs US$0.99!

Mysterious House is an indie platform-puzzler where the player must reach the teleport at the end of each level with the help of assistants, who can open doors and mimic actions but need to be protected, as they aren’t very smart. It was developed by ShadowGate Studios and released on December 27, 2021.

The game combines logical challenges with elements of sokoban and turn-based tactics, meaning players need to plan their moves in advance, taking into account the actions of their assistants and the effects of teleporters while overcoming obstacles such as locked doors, gaps, and destructible blocks.

Published by ShadowGate Studios and available for Windows, Mysterious House has received dozens of positive reviews, at least at the time of this writing.

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Gameplay

In Mysterious House, each level presents a platforming and logic challenge where the main goal is to reach the final teleporter, using assistants who can open doors and mimic actions but must be protected along the way. As mentioned, the game combines sokoban elements with turn-based tactics, requiring players to plan their moves ahead of time, considering obstacles — like locked doors, gaps, and destructible blocks — and the effects of teleporters. Each stage offers a strategic puzzle that blends planning and reflexes, while a playthrough maintains a steadily increasing pace and difficulty.

About the game

Mysterious House is a captivating logic platformer where you solve puzzles, navigate obstacles, and use teleporters to progress through levels. Your main goal is to reach the teleporter, but the path is filled with challenges like closed doors, pits, and destructible blocks. You’ll be assisted by helpers who can open doors and mimic your actions, but they need protection as they aren’t very bright. With colorful graphics, engaging gameplay, and a variety of levels, this game offers a blend of strategy and platforming that keeps you on your toes.

Key Features:

Challenging Puzzles: Solve intricate puzzles to navigate through each level.
Unique Helpers: Helpers can open doors and mimic actions but require careful protection.
Vibrant Graphics: Enjoy colorful and detailed environments that enhance the gaming experience.
Engaging Gameplay: A mix of platforming and logic challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and exciting.
Varied Levels: Each level presents new challenges and requires creative solutions to progress.