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Gunpoint
GunpointRewrite security, outsmart guards – a stealth puzzle where you rewire the world.
Quadrilateral Cowboy
Quadrilateral CowboyHack, sneak, and solve puzzles in a neon‑lit cyberpunk heist.
Overview
Description

You play as a freelance spy who infiltrates high‑security buildings using a unique gadget called the Crosslink. By visualizing and rewiring security systems, you can turn lights, doors, and traps against the guards and complete your objectives. The game blends platforming, puzzle solving, and narrative‑driven stealth in a compact indie experience, available on Linux, PC, and Mac. Every level is a sandbox for creative problem‑solving, rewarding clever rewiring over brute force.

Quadrilateral Cowboy puts you in the shoes of a cyber‑punk hacker on a high‑stakes job. Armed with a portable hacking deck and a suite of grey‑market gear, you infiltrate secure facilities and manipulate systems to complete daring heists. The game blends puzzle solving, stealth action, and a narrative adventure set in a gritty sci‑fi world. Every mission challenges you to think like a hacker, using code and timing to outsmart security and achieve your objectives.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Players who enjoy clever stealth puzzles
Fans of cyberpunk puzzles
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Suspicious Developments
Blendo Games
publisher
Suspicious Developments
Blendo Games, Klei Entertainment
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
88/100+5%
84/100
age rating
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ESRB M
General
release date
2013-06-03
2016-07-25
msrp
—
$14.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative wiring mechanic offers deep strategic freedom
  • Compact playtime with high replay value
  • Sharp pixel art makes security layouts easy to read
  • Strong narrative humor adds personality
  • Deep hacking mechanics that feel authentic.
  • Stylish retro‑futuristic visual design.
  • Highly replayable missions with multiple solutions.
  • Rich cyberpunk atmosphere and soundtrack.
Cons
  • Limited content may feel short for some players
  • No multiplayer or co‑op modes
  • Difficulty spikes in later levels can be frustrating
  • Steep learning curve for terminal commands.
  • Limited length; can be completed quickly.
  • No multiplayer or co‑op options.
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