Cogs (video game)

Cogs is a puzzle video game developed by Lazy 8 Studios, released in 2009. The game's core mechanic involves manipulating and rearranging a set of interlocking gears, pipes, and other mechanical components to solve puzzles presented as two-dimensional projections of three-dimensional machines.

The player is presented with a series of puzzles that become progressively more complex. These puzzles are presented as "cogs," or framed mechanical devices that require specific functionality to be completed. The goal is to construct functional machines within these cogs by sliding tiles containing different mechanical components into the correct positions.

The game features a variety of different puzzle types, each requiring the player to achieve a specific objective. These objectives can include things such as powering a light bulb, playing a specific melody, or routing steam through a series of pipes. Completing puzzles often requires spatial reasoning, strategic planning, and an understanding of basic mechanical principles.

Cogs is known for its steampunk aesthetic, utilizing a visual style inspired by Victorian-era machinery and inventions. The game received positive reviews for its unique puzzle mechanics, engaging gameplay, and distinctive art style. It has been released on various platforms, including PC, Mac, iOS, and Android.