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The Shape of Things takes Rubik’s cube’s basic concept but focuses on real-life objects with a more soothing vibe. Game Mechanics Puzzles appear in various combinations; you need to find the correct position for each piece by rotating, panning, or scaling until you find the shape of things.
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262 reviews
- Country Compatibility:
- Languages:
- Developer:
- Hyper Three Studio
- Publisher:
- Maple Whispering Limited
- Engine:
- Unity
- Release date:
- 26 May 2023
- Genre:
- Casual,Indie
- Recent Steam reviews:
- Not specified
- All Steam reviews:
- Very Positive (262)
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Description
The Shape of Things takes Rubik’s cube’s basic concept but focuses on real-life objects with a more soothing vibe.
Game Mechanics
Puzzles appear in various combinations; you need to find the correct position for each piece by rotating, panning, or scaling until you find the shape of things.
Game Controls
Click on each piece of the puzzle to select it individually
Click outside the shapes to select the whole puzzle and change the point of view
Hold Left click and move the mouse to Left or Right to Rotate, Pan, or Scale depending on the action of the shape.
Just like in real life, mystery worlds are trapped in gachapon waiting for their release, by solving puzzles you obtain in-game coins which can be spent on the gacha machine to release your next world.
Game Features
No pressure, no timers, just chill, progress at your own pace.
Easy to pick up and put down.
Adjust your cozy room mood by changing the weather and the time of the day.
Comfy to play by using only 1 hand (The other hand is for a hot drink!)
Pleasing sound effects and atmosphere.
Original soothing background music.
Good for just chatting and streaming with your community!
Play across adorable thematic worlds!
No punishment system, life is hard enough!
Recommended system requirements
minimum*
- OS *:
- Windows 7
- Processor:
- Intel Core i3
- Memory:
- 2 GB RAM
- Graphics:
- 1GB
- Storage:
- 2 GB available space
- Additional Notes:
- Does not requires internet to play. However we recommend an internet connection for Steam Achievements
recommended*
- OS:
- Windows 10
- Processor:
- Intel Core i5
- Graphics:
- 2GB
- Storage:
- 4 GB available space
- Additional Notes:
- Does not requires internet to play. However we recommend an internet connection for Steam Achievements
User reviews
xxadonisxx
Recommended | 26 Oct 2025
13.6h played
The Shape of Things, developed by Hyper Three Studio and published by Maple Whispering Limited, is a warm and comforting puzzle experience that reimagines the joy of playing with physical toys in a digital space. It
Helpful: 4
Luu❀
Recommended | 10 Feb 2026
3.2h played
The concept is relaxing and definitely gives off cosy puzzle game vibes. That said, I found the gameplay itself a bit less relaxing than expected and not because of the puzzles, but the controls. I often spent more time
Helpful: 8
defector
Recommended | 20 Jul 2025
3.0h played
Cute and lovely casual game. perfect for when you've got a bit of time on your hands and want to solve some puzzles. Sometimes the controls are a bit clunky but overall it's fun and satisfying. Love the different themes
Helpful: 2
Joanna
Recommended | 12 Apr 2026
1.7h played
It is a fun and creative game where you rotate, move, and adjust small 3D pieces to rebuild everyday objects. It’s simple to understand, but some puzzles actually make you pause and think. I personally found it really
Helpful: 8
minyum
Not recommended | 29 Apr 2025
1.2h played
I do not recommend this game if you want to relax. I do recommend it if you want to get frustrated. I build the items with no visible seams and it still doesn't mark it as complete. I really wanted to like this game and
Helpful: 1
Kora
Not recommended | 01 Oct 2025
1.6h played
This is the type of game that I should love. But I find myself getting so frustrated. The 3d puzzle pieces don't lock together until every piece is exactly placed correctly, rather than locking together piece by piece.
Helpful: 5