Cocoon is a game about discovering worlds within worlds, and the pedigree behind the title (which includes Jeppe Carlsen of both Limbo and Inside) helps to present its signature ideas and mechanics with the kind of polish one would expect of a AAA release.
The Winner of The Game Awards 2023's Best Debut Indie Game is Geometric Interactive's Cocoon. Much like Chants of Sennaar, Cocoon presents players with a wholly unique take on the puzzle genre, and its mind-bending use of perspective shifts and art style give the game a distinctive visual identity. Cocoon is a game about discovering worlds within worlds, and the pedigree behind the title (which includes Jeppe Carlsen of both Limbo and Inside) helps to present its signature ideas and mechanics with the kind of polish one would expect of a AAA release. With some truly innovative design and several moments that will make players audibly say "Wow," Cocoon is a standout puzzle game and one of the year's best debut titles.