Press Ctrl delivers a mind-bending meta-adventure where you control a character that commands another, which in turn directs yet another layer deeper. This infuriating indie puzzle game challenges players with its unique inception-style mechanic centered on pressing Ctrl to win. Four deceptively simple levels ramp up the difficulty, featuring weird thumb creatures throughout.
An experiment in input systems, it originated from GMTKJam 2020 on the "Out of Control" theme. The updated PC version adds Steam achievements across seven milestones. Puzzle enthusiasts who relish layered control schemes and escalating frustration will find it endlessly replayable.
This Game Can Be Annoying
Press Ctrl is a simple but infuriating mind-bending meta-adventure. You control a character, that controls another character, that controls another character, that controls another character. Press Ctrl to win.
An Experiment in Input Systems
The game was originally developed during GMTKJam 2020 based on the theme "Out of Control" and was ranked the #1 most original in the event out of more than 5.4K submissions. This new version features Steam achievements, as well as a fourth, never-before-seen level.
Features
- Unique Inception-style puzzle mechanic
- Weird thumb creatures
- Four deceptively-simple levels of increasing difficulty
- Seven Steam Achievements
