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The Trolley Solution

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2025

Should you play it?

The Trolley Solution is a compilation of point-and-click minigames based on the famous thought experiment originally proposed by Philippa Foot.

What works

  • Highly creative and varied mini-games
  • Humorous and absurd tone
  • Philosophical and thought-provoking elements
  • Accessible gameplay and controls
  • Good value for price on sale

Things to keep in mind

  • Some mini-games are tedious or frustrating
  • Replayability limited and can feel repetitive
  • Certain jokes or content may not appeal to all
  • Dlc pricing and paywall criticized
  • Lack of meaningful multiplayer or social features

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Zueirama

  • Funi Raccoon Game

  • Super Fancy Pants Adventure

  • Shadows Over Loathing

  • Ittle Dew 2+

  • West of Loathing

Less violent

Games that feels like The Trolley Solution but with less combat and destruction

  • SCHiM

  • Ynglet

  • ElecHead

  • Slider

  • Time Flies

  • CATO: Buttered Cat

More survival-focused

Games that feels like The Trolley Solution but with a stronger survival pressure

  • Tcheco in the Castle of Lucio

  • Airships: Lost Flotilla

  • Garlic

  • 12 is Better Than 6

  • SUPER CHICKEN JUMPER

  • Electronic Super Joy 2

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

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The Trolley Solution: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Expression, Creativity. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Survival.

Last update: 21/08/2026