Bring This World To Life With Every New Step In Refunct

Its time for a Challenge. Do you need a game that is short but sweet? A game to share with children that doesnt feature death sequence when you fail a puzzle? Then Refunct is up your alley.

I selected Refunct for my Let’s Run It Series because of its amazing but also Relaxing soundtrack (Listen Here), crisp yet vibrant graphics,  and then there’s the educational element the easy challenges featured in the platforming puzzles; that will have you using problem solving, and critical thinking. Also with puzzle games like Refunct according to various psychologist, neurologist, and gamification experts promotes a known process called neuroplasticity which is fundamental to our ability to learn new skills, keep hold of old ones, and form new memories. This prevents the risk of cognitive deterioration because when someone plays a puzzle game, they are using strategy reasoning, memory, attention and logic. Even though Refunct does not feature a complex narrative, tutorial,or a menacing Antagonist,the game will be addictive and really satisfying to play for both adults and children.

Refunct was developed and published by Dominique Grieshofer an independent game developer in October 2015, with Singto “Kristofferson” Conley providing the music. Refunct is based off of the developer’s first game Refunktion  a free first-person stealth platformer; everything apart from engine, sounds, models and textures is completely self-made. If your looking for other games from this developer try Swarm Lake released in March 2018 , Dominique Grieshofer continues to this day working on other various projects.

Refunct is a first person 3D puzzle Adventure platformer in a peaceful world Using parkour wall-jumps, slides, various lifts, and more as you move through this ever-changing world letting you play at your own pace. You collect cubes, and press the red buttons, as pillars rise out of the ocean; this game will somewhat remind you of Mirror’s Edge.

Refunct in an affordable game of only $3 and is avaliable on PC/ Mac/Linux via Steam/ Xbox One

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You Are One and Many At The Same Time In The Swapper

Are you really you? Was that me or am I’m me? Come explore space in the swapper where you play challenging puzzles, unveil a suspenseful story; an experience you will want more of and play over and over again.

The Swapper had to be added to my Let’s Run It Series because of it’s art style , instead of digital textures, the game features handcrafted art made from everyday materials and clay which forms the various game levels, the memorable story with a philosophical plot that that makes you question morality, also your own morality, the ambient cinematic soundtrack fits the game perfectly for the mood the developers were trying to portray (Listen Here), and  the educational element of the intellectual challenging puzzles, that evoke spatial reasoning, advanced planning , while engaging you in psychological thought.

The Swapper was released in May 2013 developed by Facepalm Games an independent game studio base in Helsinki, Finland. The studio Also worked with publisher Curve Digital  to port The Swapper to multiple platforms. The Swapper was a project made by two University of Helsinki students Otto Hantula and Olli Harjola in their spare time, Tom Jubert wrote the story, and the amazing soundtrack was by Carlo Castellano. If you are looking for more games from the makers of the swappers check out Nolla games  where Olli Harjola still shares his creativity.

The Swapper is a Sci-Fi single player  side scrolling puzzle platformer  game. This game features a Concept in gaming called “Metroidvania: where the player may have to backtrack through the levels, divided into a number of rooms, to proceed within the game you may have to go back to change, or find items to help you progress. I The Swapper you have four clones that you can use and a swapper device to switch in between them, so you can obtain these orbs  that allow you to move forward into the next area. what makes the game difficult is you have these rays of light red, blue, and pink(purple) that affect what you can  and can’t do with the device affecting gameplay how you progress through the levels.

Ready to make some clone? You can download this Game for $15 at: Windows PC/ MAC/ Linux via Steam, Xbox One, PlayStation 3/Playstation 4/PS Vita, and the Wii U.

Click Here to see some Gameplay: Let’s Run It Series: The Swapper

Explore The Vibrant World Of Hue

What do you know about color? Hue unique approach on how it teaches you to play the game is something you have to experience.

I decided to select Hue for my Let’s Run It Series because this game has an unique story told from A memorable narrative, that will invoke such emotion in you, fun platformer, beautiful art style and soothing Soundtrack (Listen Here), the educational element in this game challenging you with its complex puzzles, discovery of color works also how it introduces new colors, both children and adults will dive deep into this game for hours and want more.

Hue Was developed in August 2016, by Fiddlesticks Games and published by Curve Digital; Fiddlesticks Games is an independent game studio based in the United Kingdom that has been around since 2014. Hue is the first game to be developed by the talented, award-winning developers Dan Da Rocha and Henry Hoffman

Hue in a 2D single player adventure puzzle platformer game where you alter the world by changing its background color. You explore a vibrant world, where you use color fragments on a journey to find your missing mother. The player can uncover color pieces, which when matched against obstacles will cause them to disappear, revealing new puzzles. As the player progresses and unlocks more colors, the game’s difficulty increased when more colors are obtained complete puzzles. There are eight colors to find in this game; Blue, Dark Blue, Purple, Pink, Orange, Red, Yellow, and Lime.

Let’s play with some Colors i n Hue for $ 15 by downloading On: Windows PC, Steam, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PS Vita.

Come watch me bring colors to this black and Grey world in my Let’s Run It Series: Hue

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A Mirrored Dimension in The Bridge

Do you find yourself needing a game that is available on multiple platforms that expose you to physics and abstract art from a different perspective? Then it’s time I expose you to The Bridge.

The Bridge was selected for my Let’s Run It series because of its educational element beautifully hand-drawn art in the style of a black-and-white lithograph. There will be problem solving, challenging puzzles that are mentally stimulating, and classical soundrack .

The Bridge released in February 2013 was developed and Published by The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild an American Indie Game developer.  The Creator/ Programmer is Ty Taylor , the Artist is Mario Castaneda, and Kevin MacLeod the Composer. This is their first game with many other indie game releases which were really successful like Tumblestone.

The Bridge in a 2D single player logic puzzle game with various platformer levels, the goal of which is to get the main character to the exit door. The game’s puzzles are inspired by the art of M. C. Escher and like his artworks; each level is like a grayscale with hand-drawn illustrations. Some of the mechanics in the game are gravity manipulations, gravitational vortexes, parallel dimensions,and other concents were the laws of physics are not what they seem.  What makes this even more special is the alternate version of the game is unlocked after the main storyline with over 24 main puzzles has been completed.

Are ready to take on this brain teaser? The Bridge is only $10 on multiple platforms: Windows PC/phone, Steam, Linux, MAC OS X, XBOX One/XB0X 360, PlayStation 3/PS4/PS Vita, Android, Amazon fire TV, OUYA, Wii U, and Nintendo Switch.

Come experience this unique experience Gameplay at: Let’s Run It Series: The Bridge

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Are You Human or Machine? Find Out In The Turing Test

The mystery must be solved are you human or machine? Using lateral thinking exploring theories about artificial intelligence, these philosophical questions will make you question your own thought process; while you solve over 70 plus puzzles.

I decided to pick The Turing Test for my Let’s Run It Series for its story, educational element, and amazing graphics. This games story has a deep plot twist that will keep you hooked, addictive puzzles that are challenging but have just enough difficulty to keep your playing for hours. what I love about this game is that it reminds me of Portal 1&2 I love the puzzles and how they make you really think and the story is interesting and reels you in. Some of the best moments are interactions between you and the AI T.O.M, and that sense of accomplishment when you solve a difficult puzzle.

The Turing Test was released in August 2016 by United Kingdom studio Bulkhead Interactive (November 2015) and published by Square Enix (PS4 version). They were originally two separate studios Deco Digital and Bevel Studios and they worked on Pneuma: Breath of Life back 2015. The studio’s creative director Howard Philpott for the Turing Test said that, their inspiration for the progression and game mechanics were from 2014 puzzle game The Talos Principle. The Turing Test is part of their publishers indie initiative, Square Enix Collective, a program to work more with independent game studios. If you are looking for other games from Bulkhead interactive studio’s, checkout Battalion 1944 a World War 2 first person shooter, that is really popular on Steam.

The Turing Test is a single player puzzle game were you play as Ava Turing an International Space Agency (ISA) engineer working at a research station located on Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons. You  use a special device called the Energy Manipulation Tool (EMT), that can collect and fire power spheres into special receptacles to unlock doors, or activate other machinery, transferring power in the game. To progress further into the complex, Ava must complete various tests or puzzles.  The story makes you question everything from the conversations to the Audio recording you find .

Ready to test your skills? You can buy The Turing Test by downloading it for $20 at: Xbox, Steam, Windows PC, and PS4

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Let’s Help Mr. Pumpkin on His Adventure

Are you in need of something out of the norm? Do you need a challenge? Then it’s time for you to lay your hands on this Mr. Pumpkin Adventure, a story of lost memories, and devious plots, this fame will have you addicted for hours; with replay for a alternative ending.

I decided to pick Mr. Pumpkin Adventure for my Let’s Run It Series because this game has a style like no other, and a peculiar Soundtrack(Listen & Buy Here), the educational element in this game are the intricate puzzles that will really test your critical thinking, deductive reasoning, problem solving, and attention to detail.

Mr. Pumpkin Adventure was originally released in July 2016, developed by Cotton Games they are a Chinese independent game developer. The Xbox version was published by E-Home Entertainment Development Co., Circle Entertainment published Nintendo’s version, and QubicGames S.A. published the PS Vita’s version. Other games made by Cotton Games are Elevator, CACA Series, and Isoland 1&2(Released May 2018).

Mr. Pumpkin Adventure is a point-and-click puzzle game in which the main character, Mr. Pumpkin, has lost his memories. This definitely will be one of the most interesting logical games you will play, with obscure puzzles, this whole game is a brain teaser. Some of my favorite moments are those puzzles that stump you and then you finally figure out what to do, it’s so satisfying when the game pops up the puzzle solved once you reach success.

Are you ready to give this game a try for only $4 you can download for: Steam, Xbox, Wii U,  PS Vita, and IOS(Ipod,Ipad,Iphone,MAC)

Still unsure if this game is for you or someone close to you check out gameplay here: Lets Run It Series: Mr. Pumpkin Adventures

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The Elusive Threes!

Have you ever been in a situation where you are waiting for something for a long time, and need something to do while you wait? Maybe your just bored and need something to waste time, or maybe you just love math… Then Threes! got your back.

I decided to pick Threes! For my Let’s Run It series because of the games educational element, using math or multiples of three and some problem solving in the mix. what I really like about this game is that its practical use makes it playable anywhere, I can really see this same game used in schools for Completions for prizes for the highest Score, let the fierce contest  begin math teachers. 

Threes! was developed and published in February 2014, by an independent game developer named Sirvo ( a company based in California, USA), their team consists of three members (no  pun intended): Asher Vollmer, Greg Wohlwend, and Jimmy Hinson; with help of another developer Hidden Variable (Skull Girls) bringing the game to the Android\Xbox. Other games made by Sirvo is Close Castles (PC/PS4), and Puzzlejuice/semi-Automatic/Housecraft (Ipad) Iphone). 

Threes! is an additive single player puzzle game where the player slides numbered tiles on a four-by-four grid to combine into multiples of three.  This game is extremely addictive, and plays very well on mobile devices. Trust me when you download this game just to try it out, hours will have gone by…

Are ready to get your hands on this gem? You can download Threes! For only $ 5 or less one the Xbox One.

Don’t feel like spending money then you can try Threes! for free on the Windows phone,on Android, IOS, and via web browser. 

You can also see gameplay here: Lets Run It Series: Threes!

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Circuits The Outstanding Puzzle Game

Have you ever wondered How music engineers and producers make music? Do you Love music? Then Circuits is the game for you that has a beautiful soundtrack (listen here), but turns it into a game.

I decided to pick Circuits for my Let’s Run It Series because this game is unique, creative, and it has an educational element. This is a single player puzzle game that incorporates music You have to carefully listen to each song and different parts to it. This game gives the player an insight into how music is created and makes listening…the core part of the experience. You have to recreate the original song by moving musical notes around to its proper order, this makes for an extremely rewarding experience.

Circuits is Published by Digital Tentacles S.L. an developed by Digital Tentacles S, L. and Render Code Games helped with their ports to console. Circuits is a  soundtrack mix of electronic ambient, dubstep, and epic orchestra composed by David García (Deadlight, Rime…) Digital Tentacle are known for making apple mobile game Captain Cat as well.

Circuits Composer was also added as a free update for all of our users on the Windows PC and Steam; with the circuits editor you can create your own songs, save it and share through steam workshop, also load other people’s music or share your own loop packages so people can use it for making new songs. Lets take a sneak peek here: Circuits Composer

This game can be enjoyed by both children as a good way to introduce them to making music, but challenging for adults who just love music. If you would like to play Circuits it is available for under 5 dollars, download on Steam and Xbox,  this game is normally on sale for less.

Wanna take a look at what this game has to offer check out gameplay here: Let’s Run It Series: Circuits

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Valiant Hearts: The Great War

Have you ever wanted to play a game that had such a deep story that Evocates so much emotion that will have you begging for more? Then this is the game that will engage you in a beautiful way,  having an significant impact on you. Follow this deep story of four individuals and embrace their destiny.

I decided to pick Valiant Hearts: The Great War for my Let’s Run It Series because, this game has an educational element to it. The attention to detail when it comes to the display of historical facts of World War I and the collectible item you find that help you learn about the Great War. The anesthetic are also amazing with its hand drawn graphics, this game can be enjoyed by children and adults especially if your a history buff. The plot twist, narration and partnership with Apocalypse from the National Geographic adds a nice touch, learning about history doesn’t have to be boring.

Valiant Hearts: The Great War released in June 2014, developed by Ubisoft Montpellier ( Former ally known as Ludi media SAS) they are known for developing Beyond Good and evil, Rayman, and UbiArt Framework a 2.5D video Game engine and they are owned by Ubisoft; they are a French/Canadian gaming company. Valiant Hearts is a single – player puzzle game with a four part episodic Story driven adventure that will feel like a interactive graphic novel.  You follow the life of Emile, Karl, Freddie, Anna, and their Companion Walt, a Doberman pinscher. The games soundtrack (Listen here) will pull you in and make you feel sadness, joy, and tension.

Do you want to relive WWI an follow an immersive story? Then you can download Valiant Hearts: The Great War for $15.99 On: Xbox One /Xbox 360, PS3/PS4, Android/ Apple(IOS), Microsoft Windows, and Steam.

In addition to the game itself, the IOS and Android versions of the game feature an interactive comic Valiant Hearts: Dogs of War.

Unsure still if this game is for you check out game play here: Let’s Run It Series: Valiant Hearts: The Great War.

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Words Are Your Gift In Typoman

You are the Hero made of letters in a dark world, combating evil forces to find the last letter to restore hope, using your gift by activating vocabulary that expresses its own atmosphere affecting the environment; words can be a blessing or a curse. Some of my favorite moment are the visual effects of the words you combine, and finding pieces to the journal.

I decided to pick Typoman for my Let’s Run It Series because, it does have an educational element, you move letters to spell words, but you also have to use problem solving, and strategy, because the solution might not be as obvious. This game has an unique way to use letters to make words to alter your environment, So you can solve various puzzles captivating that creative use of language  in a cleaver way, this game by no means is abstract you will have to think outside of the box.

Typoman is a 2D puzzle platformer adventure game published and developed by Brainseed Factory, a German game developer, released in November 2015. This is their first game, with many other projects in the works. Originally this game was to be a Nintendo exclusive but Later in August 2016, Typoman Revised Came to all platforms; Typoman has personality, style, and ambiance. The soundtrack  (listen to/or purchase here) in the game is distinct and will cast an Aura that you won’t forget. If you like games with a creative concept then you should definitely try this one. This game is an experience an avid reader and speller will enjoy for the price of ten dollars.

BrainSeed Factory’s website explains it best: “Typoman is easy to pick up and play. The core gameplay is simple and familiar; you can run and jump, push, pull and throw letters in order to reach your goal.” The challenge that is constant throughout the game will be considering each situation carefully, and combining the letters in the right way in order to defeat monsters and overcome traps and obstacles, that you will face. Sometimes you can use the LIE to turn a word into its antonym, this will give you access to new letters; the puzzles can have multiple solutions. You also use the ‘Word Scrambler’ to quickly rearrange letters into new words, and some words will change your appearance or trigger animations  just for fun.

You can play Typoman Revised on multiple platforms download for: Steam, Xbox One, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. The original Typoman is here on the Wii U.

To see Typoman Gameplay watch the video here: Lets Run It Series: Typoman Revised

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