DYO is a well-designed cooperative puzzle platformer which creates several unique mechanics based on the concept of the "split" in splitscreen actually having gameplay consequences. Give it a try!
DYO
- Release Date:
- Feb 13, 2018
- Developer:
- Josia Roncancio, Team DYO
- Publisher:
- Team DYO
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game

DYO is an award-winning local co-op puzzle platformer for one or two players in which you navigate two Minotaurs through a seemingly impassable maze and solve mind-bending puzzles. Each Minotaur is trapped in their half of the split screen – but only in a combined effort can they escape the cursed labyrinth.
In this impossible maze, you can merge both halves of the split screen into one and thus hop from one side of the screen over to the other. Use this ability to your advantage! It’s up to you to rearrange and manipulate the level structures of 30 carefully crafted levels in order to carve out a path to the exit. Many have tried to figure out the numerous mind-boggling challenges hidden in the depths of this cursed labyrinth. Will you be the first to solve them?
Team DYO
DYO started out as a holiday project of four Game Design students in 2014. Since then, DYO has come a long way: It’s 2018 and – after winning several awards and having been exhibited all over the world – DYO is now finally available on Steam. So grab a copy, grab a friend and get ready for 30 levels of mind-bending puzzle action!Features
- Good old local co-op fun for 1 or 2 players.
- Merge and split your screens to manipulate the level around you.
- No precision platforming. No enemies. No timers. Just you and your brains.
- 30 levels (3-4 hours of playtime) of mind-bending puzzles and more to come.
- Find multiple solutions to each level (some of which not even the devs might know of).
- Don't have two controllers to play with your friend? You can also play on one shared controller!
Recommendation
For the best DYO experience, we recommend playing with a friend!Screenshots
User Reviews
Amazing little gem of a puzzler. Super clever & fun core-mechanic and beautifully designed levels. Do yourself a favor and give this game a try, it's well worth the 10 bucks.
What a great game! DYO is a puzzle platformer with an emphasis on the "puzzle" part, making it more similar to Braid than games like Limbo. If you're looking for a complex story line, you might want to look elsewhere. What you will get however, are great puzzle mechanics that build up over time. The game gets hard, but never makes you feel overwhelmed. I was lucky enough to play it in local coop with a friend, but I think the game would also be a lot of fun as a single-player experience. I am not surprised at all that it won several awards. For a game of this quality and level of polish, the price is very much justified.
So I was looking for something new and unique and found this gem. The gameplay is very basic at first, just lead the minotaus to the exit gates. But every few levels new game mechanics are introduced, thus increasing the difficulty of this great puzzler. So far I really like the great art style and gameplay of this product. The only gripe I have is that playing solo I sometimes mix up which minotaur I'm currently piloting with, ending with hilarious results. But this is probably just me being an old man ;). Keep up the great work guys, glad this game was made!
My theory on why this game has so few reviews is that most people would have to admit that, like me, they were too stupid to wrap their head around DYO's core mechanics. The idea is so cool and fun, probably even more so if you're not a dumb dumb like me.
I've played this with a friend last night (on his account) and decided to get the game. Normally, I can't stand puzzle games, but we had a good fun for about five hours, which I think is reasonable at this price point. Afterwards, I bought it for myself. You never know when somebody might stop by spontaneously and you want to have something to play together. This is ideal for that sort of situation. Whether you like puzzles or not, this is an enjoyable experience with friends, and if/when you really want to beat a level, you can play on your own just as well.
One of the best coop puzzlers out there! DYO offers hours of very well polished, mind boggling fun. You can even play it alone, but I would recommend inviting a friend. At this price, it's a must!
A really beautiful but also mindbending game! I love the soundtrack and the details in the artstyle (especially the statues). The game gets really crazy and challenging when the new game mechanics are introduced, you can almost feel your braincells growing while playing :D
Very good local coop game. It's like Portal, but in 2D.
We often look for products made with the software development platforms we're using. Today I discovered DYO. Mad, mad props to Team DYO for such an innovative, awesomely fun game. As someone who has a vague idea about how to program viewports like this, the split-screen implementation simply boggles my mind. Worth it at full price, but you should check it out. Challenging and SERIOUSLY fun!
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System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: 2.0GHz Intel dual core
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD 4600 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 400 MB available space
FAQ
How much does DYO cost?
DYO is completely FREE to play. You can download and play it without any purchase.
What are the system requirements for DYO?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 Processor: 2.0GHz Intel dual core Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD 4600 or equivalent DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 400 MB available space
What platforms is DYO available on?
DYO is available on Windows PC.
Is DYO worth buying?
DYO has 100% positive reviews from 30 players.
When was DYO released?
DYO was released on Feb 13, 2018.
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