Get ready to dive into a neon-filled, synthwave-inspired world of puzzles and friendly competition during Steam’s Next Fest in February!
Perplex, an innovative 2D platform puzzle game infused with retro aesthetics and synthwave visuals, is gearing up for its big debut with a first playable demo. From February 24th to March 3rd, players can experience the game during Steam’s Next Fest. The demo will feature 20 single-player levels, along with 8 co-op and 25 PVP levels, offering a variety of modes to suit different playstyles.
Perplex draws inspiration from classic 2D platform puzzle games beloved by gamers, blending their nostalgic charm with entirely new mechanics to create a fresh and challenging experience. Set in a vibrant neon world, Perplex delivers a retro-style yet modern gaming experience, perfectly complemented by its synthwave soundtrack. Players will encounter progressively challenging puzzles and mechanics, with PVP mode providing an opportunity to compete against friends and co-op mode encouraging teamwork to solve intricate puzzles.

“As a fan of synthwave and retro-style games, I began developing Perplex in 2024 as a solo developer,” said Dogukan Terzi, founder of Cyvana. “My goal was to craft an immersive and unique gaming experience that offers players both a sense of nostalgia and a fresh challenge. The feedback from testers during the QA phase has been overwhelmingly positive, and I can’t wait to share Perplex with players around the world. Steam’s Next Fest is a fantastic platform for us to showcase our work and connect with a broader audience.”
Perplex’s first playable demo will be available during Steam’s Next Fest from February 24th to March 3rd. The full version of the game, which will include over 275 single-player, 40 co-op, and 100 PVP levels, along with a variety of new mechanics, is set for a global release on Steam in the second quarter of 2025.





About Cyvana
Cyvana is an independent game studio based in Turkey, founded in 2024 by Dogukan Terzi, who began his journey as a mobile game developer. His passion for exploring deeper mechanics, unique art style, and more complex gameplay eventually led him to transition to developing indie games for PC. With a passion for immersive and innovative gameplay, Cyvana is dedicated to crafting unique gaming experiences. Currently, the studio is working on its debut title, Perplex, an innovative 2D platform puzzle game.

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By Erdem Yaşar 5 February 2025