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Chants of Sennaar

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2023

Should you play it?

In this award-winning puzzle adventure game, play as the Traveler on a quest to reunite the Peoples of the Tower. Observe, listen, and decipher ancient languages in a fascinating universe inspired by the Myth of Babel.

What works

  • Unique and engaging language puzzle mechanics
  • Beautiful art style and music
  • Thoughtful narrative and worldbuilding
  • Accessible yet challenging puzzles
  • Immersive and contemplative atmosphere

Things to keep in mind

  • Some frustrating backtracking and navigation
  • Stealth sections feel out of place and tedious
  • Short overall playtime
  • Lack of map and fast travel within levels
  • Limited depth in final language and ending puzzles

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Crowns and Pawns: Kingdom of Deceit

  • FEZ

  • The Office Quest

  • Sable

  • Helheim Hassle

  • Treasure Adventure World

Less expressive

Games that feels like Chants of Sennaar but with less self-expression and customization

  • Evan's Remains

  • Chronoquartz

  • Through Abandoned: The Underground City

  • The Rise of the Golden Idol

  • Agent A: A puzzle in disguise

  • Tiny Room Stories: Town Mystery

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Chants of Sennaar: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competence, Strategy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

Last update: 21/08/2026