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It's a fun puzzle game. You have to connect as many figures as possible together. Use yellow "shifters" to change direction of the line. Get more points for longer line.

Shift is a indie, strategy and puzzle game developed and published by Black Lime Studio.
Released on August 16th 2016 is available only on Windows in 2 languages: English and Russian.

It has received 335 reviews of which 260 were positive and 75 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 0.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified Shift into these genres:

Indie Strategy Puzzle Anime Singleplayer Relaxing Female Protagonist

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Windows
  • OS *: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10
  • Processor: Core 2 Duo E4500 2.20 GHz or Athlon X2 7450 2.40 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 512 MB of VRAM and DX9 support
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c

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Jan. 2026
Shift is a minimalist puzzle game that focuses almost entirely on spatial reasoning and forward planning, offering an experience that is simple to understand but gradually reveals surprising depth. Developed and published by Black Lime Studio, the game does not rely on story, characters, or elaborate presentation to engage the player. Instead, it builds its appeal around a clean rule set and a steady escalation of complexity, making it a quiet but absorbing title for players who enjoy thoughtful, logic-driven challenges. At its core, Shift revolves around the idea of drawing a continuous line across a grid by connecting as many points as possible without trapping yourself. The main mechanic involves directional elements that alter the path of your line, forcing you to think several moves ahead before committing to a decision. Early levels ease players into the concept with smaller grids and limited obstacles, but as the game progresses, the board expands and introduces new elements that complicate the process. Locked connectors, bonus nodes, and larger playfields require more deliberate planning, turning what initially feels like a casual puzzle into a careful exercise in anticipation and risk management. One of the game’s strengths is how it encourages a particular mindset rather than fast reactions. There is no timer pushing you forward and no penalty for taking your time, which allows each move to feel intentional. Success in Shift often depends on visualizing the future state of the grid and predicting how current decisions will limit or expand your options later. This creates a satisfying sense of mastery as you begin to recognize patterns and strategies that help you extend your line further with each attempt. Mistakes are rarely random; when a run fails, it usually feels like a direct result of a misjudged placement or a lack of foresight. The variety of modes and grid sizes helps prevent the experience from becoming too monotonous. Smaller grids emphasize precision and efficiency, while larger grids reward long-term planning and adaptability. Randomized layouts add an element of unpredictability, ensuring that even familiar mechanics can present fresh challenges. Leaderboards and achievements provide optional goals for players who enjoy optimization and competition, encouraging repeated attempts to improve scores rather than simply clearing levels and moving on. Visually, Shift adopts a very restrained aesthetic. The graphics are clean and functional, prioritizing clarity over flair. While this approach ensures that the puzzles are easy to read and understand, it also means the game lacks a strong visual identity. For some players, this simplicity will be a benefit, keeping distractions to a minimum. For others, it may make the experience feel somewhat sterile or dated compared to more stylized modern puzzle games. The audio design follows a similar philosophy, offering unobtrusive music that supports concentration rather than commanding attention. Over extended play sessions, the game’s limitations become more apparent. The core mechanic remains largely unchanged throughout, and while new elements are introduced, they build on the same foundation rather than radically altering the gameplay. Players who crave constant novelty or dramatic shifts in mechanics may find the experience repetitive after a while. That said, the game seems aware of its scope and does not overstay its welcome, presenting itself as a focused puzzle experience rather than an expansive one. In the end, Shift is a game that knows exactly what it wants to be. It offers a calm, methodical puzzle experience that rewards patience, planning, and incremental improvement. While it may not leave a lasting impression in terms of presentation or narrative, it succeeds in delivering satisfying mental challenges within a clean and approachable framework. For fans of minimalist puzzle games who value logic and spatial thinking over spectacle, Shift stands as a solid and quietly rewarding entry in the genre. Rating: 7/10
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April 2025
Relaxing game. Achievements, cards, cheap.
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Shift is currently priced at 0.99€ on Steam.

Shift is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 0.99€ on Steam.

Shift received 260 positive votes out of a total of 335 achieving a rating of 7.28.
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Shift was developed and published by Black Lime Studio.

Shift is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Shift is not playable on MacOS.

Shift is not playable on Linux.

Shift is a single-player game.

Shift does not currently offer any DLC.

Shift does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Shift does not support Steam Remote Play.

Shift is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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