Timing puzzler, level 6 out of 100 took perfect timing, and that is just the 6th level. On level 8 after 30m. I quit on level 8 for now because I saw what timing was required and bailed after most of my actual play was solving level 6. The minor bad on this one, music/sound fx are on same volume control, I recommend they fix that and the UI is locked on the screen like the screen shots show. This game looks like a mobile port, played on decent PC in 1440p no problem in Windows 11. Enjoyed and for the price, very fair IMHO.
A Circle Among Squares
$5.99
- Release Date:
- Jun 17, 2021
- Developer:
- Silent Circle Games
- Publisher:
- Silent Circle Games
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
You're a circle. You're the good guy. But you're surrounded by squares. Some are irrelevant. Others are useful and/or annoying. Then there are the black squares. They want to kill you. They are the bad guys. Be a good guy and pulverize those baddies, will you?
Survive and shoot all enemies in 200 levels (or make them shoot themselves). Each level cleared opens the next one permanently (autosave). Enemies come in a variety of types, speeds and action patterns, while other squares do a multitude of things, ranging from reflecting bullets to teleporting you. Enemies are killed with a single hit, and so do you. Failing a level has no consequences. While the first levels are easy and often, very quick, difficulty increases greatly in later levels.

This is you. You shoot in the same direction the arrow is facing.

This is the floor. Anyone can move freely above those squares.

This is the bullet you shoot.

This is an enemy. The rectangle indicates the direction it will shoot.

This is an enemy. It shoots in 4 directions simultaneously.

This is the bullet enemies shoot.

This is an enemy. Instead of shooting, it may kill you by touch.

This is a block. Nothing can pass or destroy it.

This a reflective block. Nothing can pass it and bullets are reflected.

This is a selective block. Only enemy bullets may pass it.

This is a selective block. Only bullets coming from the same direction the arrow is facing may pass it. Has 4 variations.

This is a reflective/deflective block. Depending on the direction of the bullet, it may turn 90º or be reflected. Has 4 variations.

This is a teleportation square. It always comes in a single pair and only you can step over it.

This is a hole. It blocks movement but not bullets.
There's no mouse input.
Survive and shoot all enemies in 200 levels (or make them shoot themselves). Each level cleared opens the next one permanently (autosave). Enemies come in a variety of types, speeds and action patterns, while other squares do a multitude of things, ranging from reflecting bullets to teleporting you. Enemies are killed with a single hit, and so do you. Failing a level has no consequences. While the first levels are easy and often, very quick, difficulty increases greatly in later levels.
Game Elements
This is you. You shoot in the same direction the arrow is facing.
This is the floor. Anyone can move freely above those squares.
This is the bullet you shoot.
This is an enemy. The rectangle indicates the direction it will shoot.
This is an enemy. It shoots in 4 directions simultaneously.
This is the bullet enemies shoot.
This is an enemy. Instead of shooting, it may kill you by touch.
This is a block. Nothing can pass or destroy it.
This a reflective block. Nothing can pass it and bullets are reflected.
This is a selective block. Only enemy bullets may pass it.
This is a selective block. Only bullets coming from the same direction the arrow is facing may pass it. Has 4 variations.
This is a reflective/deflective block. Depending on the direction of the bullet, it may turn 90º or be reflected. Has 4 variations.
This is a teleportation square. It always comes in a single pair and only you can step over it.
This is a hole. It blocks movement but not bullets.
Features
- 200 Levels
- 3 Types of Enemies
- Enemies' speed and shooting rate may vary between slow and very quick
- Enemies may have predetermined movement, follow or flee you or be static
- Block, reflection, deflection and teleport elements
- Autosave
- Minimalist design
- Game Walkthrough inside game files - video
- 100 Achievements
- Xbox Controller Support
Keyboard Controls
There's no mouse input.
- Start/Confirm/Shoot: Space/Enter
- Move: Up/Left/Down/Right, W/A/S/D, Numpad 8/4/2/6
- Exit: Esc
- Raise sound volume: M
- Lower sound volume: L
Xbox Controller Controls
- Start/Confirm/Shoot: A
- Move: Arrow Buttons/Left Analog Stick
- Exit: Select
- Raise sound volume: RB
- Lower sound volume: LB
Screenshots
User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
1 user reviews
100%
Positive
User #587838
english
32 min at review
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Microsoft Windows 8.1/10 (64bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i3-4340 or better
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Compatible OpenGL / VRAM 1GB or better.
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Additional Notes: 1104x624 or better Display
Recommended
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
FAQ
How much does A Circle Among Squares cost?
A Circle Among Squares costs $5.99.
What are the system requirements for A Circle Among Squares?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Microsoft Windows 8.1/10 (64bit) Processor: Intel Core i3-4340 or better Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Compatible OpenGL / VRAM 1GB or better. DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 500 MB available space Additional Notes: 1104x624 or better Display Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
What platforms is A Circle Among Squares available on?
A Circle Among Squares is available on Windows PC.
Is A Circle Among Squares worth buying?
A Circle Among Squares has 100% positive reviews from 1 players.
When was A Circle Among Squares released?
A Circle Among Squares was released on Jun 17, 2021.
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