Experience a physics-based puzzle adventure unlike any other in Puddle. In this unique title, players are tasked with guiding various types of fluids through intricate obstacle courses by tilting the environment left or right. By manipulating gravity and momentum, you must navigate complex terrains while managing the volatile physical properties of every substance under your control.

Master the Physics of Fluid Dynamics

Puddle is a physics-based puzzle game that blends elements of action and casual play. The core gameplay revolves around controlling the orientation of the stage to move liquid through hazardous environments. Unlike traditional platformers, you do not move a character; instead, you manipulate the world itself to guide your substance toward the exit.

Success in Puddle requires much more than simple tilting. Players must account for friction, gravity, and temperature to ensure their fluid survives the journey. Every substance brings its own set of challenges: water might evaporate when touching fire, nitroglycerin could explode if mishandled, and organic residues may move much slower than lighter liquids. As you progress through 49 levels, you will encounter diverse environments—ranging from laboratories and sewers to the human body and lush gardens—each presenting unique obstacles like electric currents, carnivorous plants, and burning passageways.

Key Gameplay Features

  • Diverse Fluid Types: Control a wide array of substances, including water, oil, nitroglycerin, and molten lava, each with distinct physical properties.
  • Challenging Environments: Navigate through themed worlds such as the Nursery, Lab, Human Body, and Rocket.
  • Two Difficulty Modes: Test your skills in Normal mode or push your limits in Extreme mode.
  • Scientific Scoring System: Earn medals (Au, Ag, or Cu) based on a calculation of your completion time and the amount of fluid conserved.
  • Laboratory Mode: Unlock dozens of objects, backgrounds, and liquids to create your own custom sandbox environments.
  • Global Competition: Compete against players worldwide via integrated leaderboards.

A Challenging Experience for Puzzle Enthusiasts

While the controls are simple—utilizing triggers, analog sticks, or even motion sensors depending on your platform—the difficulty can become relentless. The physics engine forces liquids to split or flatten, making it incredibly difficult to maintain a minimum required volume of fluid to pass a level. For those who find certain stages too punishing, the game provides a "whine" system, allowing players to skip difficult levels to keep the momentum going.

This title is perfect for fans of physics simulators and casual puzzle games who enjoy a high degree of strategy. Whether you are looking for a relaxing experience in the Laboratory mode or a high-stakes challenge in Extreme mode, Puddle offers a striking visual and auditory experience that rewards precision and scientific thinking.

Platform Availability

Puddle is available on a wide range of platforms, including:

  • PC
  • PlayStation 4 (with cross-buy support for PS3 and Vita)
  • macOS
  • Linux
  • Xbox 360