So Close, Yet So Far: Puzzle Platformer 'Duplicator'

This week, we're offering up a bevy of puzzlers that promise to leave you scratching your head. From 2-D platformer puzzlers to 3-D variations on 'Jenga,' these games will test the limits of your brain power. Make sure you've got your thinking cap on.

From 'Coma' to 'suteF,' there's no lack of fantastic puzzle platformers out there. 'Duplicator' follows in the footsteps of those games, and while it's certainly no dud, its reach does somewhat exceed its grasp. While visually pleasing (if a little bit on the "generic art game" tip), the game falters somewhat with its needlessly convoluted control scheme. With a variety of different systems at play, from creating duplicate bodies, to maneuvering crates, to managing resources, simplicity is key, especially when these systems are integrated into a Flash game and 'Duplicator's' controls are far better suited to a slower paced game. It's a bit of a shame, as the game does include some truly head-scratching scenarios that require real thought. Without a doubt, there's a great game lurking beneath an unpolished exterior.

Gallery: Duplicator

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