Splice
Released Jun 2012
Splice is an experimental and artistic puzzler. Immerse yourself in its microbial world and start splicing! Every level ("strand") consists of a number of cells that you will need to rearrange into a target structure in several moves ("splices").
87% positive · 589 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Splice launched on June 13, 2012 as a self-contained puzzle game with 75+ puzzles. Shortly after launch, on June 29, 2012, the developer released a single patch adding Steam Cloud support, fixing achievement unlocking, and adding FLAC audio to the soundtrack DLC. That was the last development-related communication from Cipher Prime Studios. Both available DLC items — the soundtrack and epilogue soundtrack — have been released. The store description describes a complete, finite puzzle experience with no mention of ongoing content, seasons, or expansions. Across 20 news posts spanning the game's history, there are zero major content releases, zero announcements of future content, and zero developer statements about ongoing development plans. Splice launched as a finished product and received a minor post-launch patch; it has been content-complete since June 29, 2012.
Evidence
Post-launch patch added Steam Cloud support, fixed achievement unlocking, and added FLAC audio to the soundtrack DLC. This is the last developer communication on record.
Store description presents a complete, self-contained puzzle game with a defined set of 75+ puzzles and no mention of future content, updates, or expansions.
Content
2 of 2 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Cipher Prime Studios
Achievements
16
Platform
Windows, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
Splice is an experimental and artistic puzzler. Immerse yourself in its microbial world and start splicing! Every level ("strand") consists of a number of cells that you will need to rearrange into a target structure in several moves ("splices"). Exploration and experimentation are key in determining how the curious little cells react to each other. Predict the sequence of splices you'll have to make in order to successfully arrange each strand. Re-sequence, mutate, and splice your way through this unique puzzle experience, and you'll exercise your ability to visualize sequential series of shapes over time. Solve your way to the final strands and you'll be left with a heady sense of mental accomplishment!
Splice is the fourth title out of Cipher Prime Studios, and was the Best Puzzle Game winner of the 2011 Intel Level Up contest.
Splice is the fourth title out of Cipher Prime Studios, and was the Best Puzzle Game winner of the 2011 Intel Level Up contest.
Key Features:
- 75+ Puzzles: The main sequences introduce the player to the game's basic mechanics and the epilogue sequences challenge the player's mastery of the game.
- Angelic Solutions: Every level is solved in a few moves. Challenge yourself and find the angelic solutions of puzzles by completing puzzles in fewer splices than you're given. Novice players can still progress through the game by using all splices.
- Unique Geometry: Explore the structure of a binary tree in radial space.
- Absorbing Soundscape: Put your headphones on and lose yourself in Splice's hauntingly beautiful and Glass-ian piano music.
- Compelling Colors: Massage your retinas with the soothing visual effects and ambience of this primordial puzzle environment.
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Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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