A tiny creature. A very deep rabbit hole.

Animal Well is an exploration-focused adventure developed by Billy Basso and published by Bigmode. It was released on May 9, 2024, and builds its world around an interconnected labyrinth full of creatures and secrets.

The official description emphasises collecting items and using them to manipulate the environment. Working out what an object can do is part of the discovery, which is why a detailed explanation of its puzzles would be a poor introduction.

Our take: choose this one if curiosity is your favourite reward. Its pixel-art presentation and unsettling creatures suggest a world that is inviting to explore without always feeling safe.

A little uncertainty is part of the appeal. Let yourself explore without knowing what every item is for, and save the puzzle solutions for a second visit.