Forget the trend of needlessly complex, bloated puzzle games. Independent developer Triomatica Games—known for the award-winning Boxville series—has just dropped Rabbit’s Hop, and it’s the exact opposite: pure, minimalist logic that demands your attention.
Available today on Steam, Google Play, and the App Store, it’s a game that rewards planning, and sports some nice pixel art for that full classic gaming feel.
Rabbit’s Hop: Simple design
The premise is deceptively simple: you must guide a group of rabbits through a level until every single one lands in the same hole. That’s it. But as Pavlo Marianenko, Art Director at Triomatica Games, says, they wanted “a game that looks cozy and friendly, but rewards clever thinking and patience.”
And that is precisely the hook. This is a game where the challenge is layered quietly beneath a charming retro façade.
This dedication to streamlined design is why the game matters. Ilya Damyan, Game Designer, calls Rabbit’s Hop a “tribute to minimalistic puzzle design—pure gameplay, zero noise.” That “zero noise” part is the key takeaway for anyone tired of endless tutorials and intrusive microtransactions.
Beyond the visuals
While the art is warm and the ambient soundtrack is genuinely peaceful, don’t let the aesthetic fool you. The core features promise a substantial, logical workout:
- Charming Brain Teasers: Easy to grasp, but built to become genuinely hard to master.
- Dozens of Handcrafted Levels: The game introduces new variables as you progress, from logs and lily pads to squirrels acting as ‘helpers’—or obstacles, depending on your planning.
- Accessible and Family-Friendly: This is the universal appeal of smart puzzle design. It’s perfect for casual players but complex enough for those who appreciate pure, unforgiving logic.
Ultimately, Rabbit’s Hop is a well-engineered logic machine. It asks the player to slow down, plan every move, and appreciate the small victory of solving a dense logical problem.
You can grab Rabbit’s Hop now on the platform of your choice:
- Steam (PC & Mac — Steam Deck support is currently unknown)
- App Store
- Google Play
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Christian Cawley is the founder and editor of GamingRetro.co.uk, a website dedicated to classic and retro gaming. With over 20 years of experience writing for technology and gaming publications, he brings considerable expertise and a lifelong passion for interactive entertainment, particularly games from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.
Christian has written for leading outlets including TechRadar, Computer Weekly, Linux Format, and MakeUseOf, where he also served as Deputy Editor.
When he’s not exploring vintage consoles or retro PCs, Christian enjoys building with LEGO, playing cigar box guitar, and experimenting in the kitchen.
