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while True: learn()

PlayStation 4, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2019

Should you play it?

You’re a machine learning specialist who makes neural networks but your cat seems to be better at it. Now you must solve puzzles to build a cat-to-human translation system (who knows what else this cat is capable of!). Earn a fortune, buy kickass cat outfits, learn how machine learning really works!

What works

  • Engaging and challenging puzzles
  • Educational introduction to machine learning concepts
  • Creative problem-solving with reusable components
  • Humorous story and charming cat theme
  • Good value for price

Things to keep in mind

  • Some ui clunkiness and bugs reported
  • Limited depth in actual programming education
  • Short overall game length
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Some puzzles can be frustrating due to unclear instructions or balancing

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

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Less expressive

Games that feels like while True: learn() but with less self-expression and customization

  • Chronoquartz

  • Please, Don’t Touch Anything

  • CaseCracker2

  • Cyber Manhunt

  • Agent A: A puzzle in disguise

  • Tiny Room Stories: Town Mystery

More competitive

Games that feels like while True: learn() but with more competition against others

  • SpaceChem

  • SHENZHEN I/O

  • Opus Magnum

  • TIS-100

  • Silicon Zeroes

  • Sunshine Heavy Industries

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while True: learn(): A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Fantasy, Thrill, Story. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Idle, Leadership.

Last update: 21/08/2026