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puzzle video game
MOLEK-SYNTEZ
By Zachtronics, released 1 Jan 2019
- Linux
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- programming game
What it is
MOLEK-SYNTEZ is a puzzle and programming game from Zachtronics about using a molecular synthesizer to produce small molecules with pharmacological effects. Set in a Romanian apartment in December 2092, it asks you to turn industrial chemicals such as benzene, acetone and hydrochloric acid into those molecules. You can optimize your solutions and share them using score histograms, friend leaderboards and an animated GIF exporter. The game also includes an original Zachtronics solitaire game, with an option to place cards freely when stuck. MOLEK-SYNTEZ is single-player and includes Steam achievements, cloud saves, leaderboards and Family Sharing. It is listed for Linux, Windows and macOS. Zachtronics is both maker and developer, as well as publisher. The game’s Steam release date is November 19, 2019.
What players like, and what they don't
- Program a synthesizer to create small molecules
- Optimize solutions and share animated GIFs
- Includes an original solitaire game
- Steam leaderboards and cloud saves
- Listed for Linux, Windows and macOS
- Single-player only
- No price is listed in the facts
Who it suits
It suits players who enjoy programming-style puzzles and optimizing solutions. The included solitaire game may also appeal to players who want a card game alongside the molecular challenges.
MOLEK-SYNTEZ centers on programming a molecular synthesizer, with solution optimization and sharing as supporting activities. It also includes solitaire for a change of pace.
