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Iceberg Interactive 70944 Recursive Ruin downloadable game

SKU CH-YQQW-1K84Y MPN 70944

A kaleidoscopic narrative puzzle game where an artist confronts grief by manipulating an infinitely recursive fractal world to solve environmental puzzles alongside a cat companion

  • NameRecursive Ruin
  • PublisherIceberg Interactive
  • DeveloperBit Rot
  • PlatformPC
  • TypeGame
  • GenreAction Adventure
  • A kaleidoscopic narrative puzzle game exploring grief
  • Infinitely recursive fractal world with self-referential puzzles
  • Introspective journey with Behemoth the Cat companion
  • Seven hypnotizing landscapes filled with hidden spaces
  • Steam activation required on Windows 64-bit systems

A kaleidoscopic narrative puzzle game

Recursive Ruin is a downloadable PC game published by Iceberg Interactive and developed by Bit Rot. It releases an online Steam code that activates on a Steam account. The experience centres on an artist navigating grief through an infinitely recursive fractal world. Players solve environmental puzzles by manipulating self-repeating landscapes across seven distinct realms.

Check region eligibility and Windows 64-bit OS

Activation is blocked for a long list of countries including GB, DE, FR, JP and many others; verify your location before purchase. The game requires a 64-bit Windows Vista, 7, 8 or 10 operating system and a Steam account for installation. Minimum hardware calls for a 3.60GHz Intel Core i3-4160 processor, 4 GB RAM and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 or equivalent graphics card.

Light system load keeps thermals and noise low

With modest minimum specifications the title places little stress on modern hardware during normal play. CPU and GPU utilisation stay low, so cooling fans remain quiet and power draw is minimal. The 2D puzzle focus avoids sustained 3D rendering loads that drive heat and noise in heavier games.

Highlights

  • A kaleidoscopic narrative puzzle game exploring grief
  • Infinitely recursive fractal world with self-referential puzzles
  • Introspective journey with Behemoth the Cat companion
  • Seven hypnotizing landscapes filled with hidden spaces
  • Steam activation required on Windows 64-bit systems

Specifications

NameRecursive Ruin
PublisherIceberg Interactive
DeveloperBit Rot
Model70944
PlatformPC
TypeGame
GenreAction Adventure
PackagingDownload
DRMSteam
Blocked Region & CountriesAF, BY, CF, CD, CU, IR, IQ, KP, LB, LY, MM, RU, SO, SD, SY, UA, VE, YE, ZW, SS, GB, SE, NO, DK, FI, AL, AD, AR, AM, AT, AZ, BE, BO, BA, BR, BG, CL, CN, CO, HR, CY, CZ, EC, EE, FR, GE, DE, GR, GY, HU, IS, IE, IT, JP, KZ, KR, KG, LV, LI, LT, LU, MK, MT, MD, MC, NL, PY, PE, PL, PT, RO, SM, SK, SI, ES, SR, CH, TW, TJ, TR, TM, UY, UZ, VA, AX, RS, ME, FO, FK, GF, BL, EU, GG, GI, GL, GP, HK, IM, JE, MF, MQ, NC, PF, PM, RE, SJ, YT
Release DateMay 18, 2022
System RequirementsSteam account is required for game activation and installation.
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
OS: Windows Vista, 7, 8 , 10 - 64 bitProcessor: 3.60GHz Intel Core i3-4160Memory: 4 GB RAMGraphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480/570/670, ATI Radeon HD 5870/5850DirectX: Version 11Storage: 1 GB available spaceRecommended:
OS: Windows 10 - 64 bitProcessor: 3.50GHz Intel Core i5-4690K or AMD FX-9370Memory: 8 GB RAMGraphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 370DirectX: Version 11Storage: 2 GB available space ‍👉Check gaming pc with Windows 11 Pro
FeatureA kaleidoscopic narrative puzzle game in which an artist comes to terms with their grief. Explore an infinitely recursive world of strange fractal beauty and solve mind-bending puzzles. Confront the ineffable and chat with your cat in a search for meaning and hope.
DisclaimerRecursive Ruin © 2022 Bit Rot. Developed by Bit Rot. Licensed exclusively to and published by Iceberg Interactive B.V. Iceberg Interactive design and mark are registered trademarks of Iceberg Interactive B.V. Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other brands, product names, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Made in USA.
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size25 × 25 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What comes with the online game code for Recursive Ruin and do I need anything else to play?

The purchase provides a Steam activation code for Recursive Ruin on PC. A Steam account and an internet connection are required to redeem the code, download the game and install it. No physical media or additional purchase is needed.

Which version of Recursive Ruin should I choose for my PC?

Model 70944 is the standard PC edition delivered as a Steam code. There are no alternative versions, capacities or bundles listed for this product, so this single SKU is the one to buy.

Will my computer meet the 3.60GHz Intel Core i3-4160 and GTX 480 baseline for Recursive Ruin?

The minimum specs call for a 64-bit Windows OS from Vista through 10, a 3.60GHz Intel Core i3-4160 or equivalent processor, 4 GB RAM and a GTX 480-class graphics card. If your system matches or exceeds those figures the game should launch and run.

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