Öoo
Developed by NamaTakahashi, tiny cactus studio, Tsuyomi
About the game — TGN editorial note
Öoo is a puzzle platformer built around one core idea: players drop bombs and detonate them to move through a 2D side-scrolling world in inventive ways. Japanese independent developer Nama Takahashi designed it as an experiment in how far a single mechanic could carry a puzzle game. Released in 2025, it was well received, with critics highlighting its intricate puzzles, open-ended experimentation and brief length.