Get Started...
Android
iOS
Mac
Switch
Switch 2
PC
PS4
PS5
Xbox One
Xbox X|S
Please enter a valid email address
Please choose a platform
:
How does your child play this? Alone, with friends, with family? How did they discover it and what kept them coming back for more?
:
To verify your input please enter your email to create an account.
Email:
Play Overview
Taiji (2022) is an adventure game where you solve grid puzzles by toggling tiles on or off. It sounds simple but soon evolves into a complex interwoven challenge. This, combined with the greater meaning of the symbols in the game world make it a challenge that builds to a crescendo.
As you explore the pixelated world you slowly encounter more of these puzzles and piece together what is going on. The novelty is that nothing is kept secret from the start, everything you need to progress (and all the secrets) are hidden in plain sight.
This results in a puzzle game that is on one level really simple. But this consistency of interaction clears the usual guesswork or pixel hunting out of the way. Instead, these are logical challenges that require clear thinking and leaps of insight to solve. As you explore the dense world you always know what you need to do next but must think hard and pay close attention to the vital clues (often right in front of you).
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Taiji 2 years ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 5 weeks ago.
As you explore the pixelated world you slowly encounter more of these puzzles and piece together what is going on. The novelty is that nothing is kept secret from the start, everything you need to progress (and all the secrets) are hidden in plain sight.
This results in a puzzle game that is on one level really simple. But this consistency of interaction clears the usual guesswork or pixel hunting out of the way. Instead, these are logical challenges that require clear thinking and leaps of insight to solve. As you explore the dense world you always know what you need to do next but must think hard and pay close attention to the vital clues (often right in front of you).
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Taiji 2 years ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 5 weeks ago.
There are lots of games similar to Taiji. Here are some we picked for you:
Play Style
This is a Brain Game and Traversal game with Adventure, Narrative, Puzzle and Sequencing elements. This is a single-player game.
You can play this game in the following styles:
Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
Age Ratings
Skill Level
10+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Younger players need good problem-solving skill. You need to explore and traverse the open world. You need good exploration and perseverance skills. It's a harder challenge that The Witness because there is less to carry you through and puzzles aren't themed or grouped.
Costs
Game Details
Release Date: 09/09/2022, updated in 2025
Price: 30% Off
Out Now: PC and Switch
Skill Rating: 10+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Brain Game, Traversal (Adventure, Narrative, Puzzle and Sequencing)
Accessibility: 0 features documented (Tweet Developer )
Components: 2D Overhead and Grid
Developer: M Vandevander (@MVandevander)
 |
Written by parents for parents, the database complements the in-depth discussion about video game addiction, violence, spending and online safety in the Taming Gaming book. We are an editorially independent, free resource without adverts that is supported by partnerships. |
© 2025 Family Gaming Database