Tabula

Tabula is a level-based puzzle adventure set within a mysterious operating system. Each level is made up of a set of computer windows that act as traversable, top-down landscapes. The player controls a character called Little Bit and must reach and activate every checkpoint in a level, which opens a portal to the end of that level.

The core mechanic involves rearranging and layering the windows so that they connect to form a route. Levels are designed to allow multiple solutions, including some intended by the developers and others devised by players. The game includes a range of mechanics and puzzle types to experiment with. Players are not required to complete every level in order to progress, and can choose which puzzles to attempt.

The game also imitates a desktop environment with several applications. These include emails that touch on the history of computers, a photo gallery containing behind-the-scenes artwork, and mini-games packaged with the operating system. Some applications allow the player to customise their experience. Completed levels can be revisited to improve solutions and earn a gold rank by activating every checkpoint as quickly as possible. The game’s release status is currently listed as in development.