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LYNE

Deceptively simple. Infinitely complex. LYNE is a minimalist puzzle game that will knot your brain as it calms your soul. Connect the shapes. Fill the board. Lose yourself in the interflowing paths of LYNE.

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Developer
Thomas Bowker
Publisher
Thomas Bowker
Release
March 17, 2014
12 years and 140 days ago
Steam Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive8,242 reviews95.6%

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Deceptively simple. Infinitely complex. LYNE is a minimalist puzzle game that will knot your brain as it calms your soul.


Connect the shapes. Fill the board. Lose yourself in the interflowing paths of LYNE.

Features

  • Hundreds of pre-built puzzles
  • An infinite number of procedurally-generated puzzles, released daily
  • Slick, intuitive interface
  • Soothing dynamic audio
  • Unlockable colour palettes
  • Multiple languages supported
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