The Prism
Released Sep 2015
A 2D Puzzle platformer about 2 Pixels trying to gain their path to freedom. It focuses on art, music and game play in their vibrant world...and prison...
71% positive · 252 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $4.99
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Evaluation
The Prism launched on September 3, 2015 as a complete 2D puzzle platformer. Post-launch activity was limited to a short burst in early January 2016: a save system overhaul with cloud saves, a bug fix patch, and an announcement that the developer was moving on to a new game called Ravager. That last post, dated January 8, 2016, is the most recent official communication from the developer — over a decade ago. No DLC was ever released or announced for this game, no roadmap or post-launch content commitments were made, and the store description reads as a description of a finished, self-contained experience. The developer's announcement of a new project further signals that work on The Prism had concluded. The game launched as a complete package and has been content-complete since its release date.
Evidence
Developer announced a new game called Ravager, with early screenshots shared. This is the last official communication from the developer, suggesting work on The Prism had concluded.
Multiple bugs patched in response to player feedback. Maintenance-only update with no content implications.
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Developer
Publisher
Volens Nolens Games
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer
About this game
The Prism is a 2D puzzle platformer about two pixels, 02 and 03 lost inside a vast prison. Unlike a normal prison, this one is alive. It is called the Prism. Its eyes stare from a distance and watch its prisoners carefully, analyzing their actions and breathing down their necks. You will face many challenges but you don't have to do it alone. You can play by yourself or locally with a friend.
The game holds many challenges and puzzles. Different elements and environments are added to create more unique situations using the abilities you have been given. As well as that, you will need to use each other as a means of getting past puzzles, opening doors and continuing your journey. The puzzles are challenging, the prism is dangerous and the world is cruel. It is possible to escape, but at what risk?
The game holds many challenges and puzzles. Different elements and environments are added to create more unique situations using the abilities you have been given. As well as that, you will need to use each other as a means of getting past puzzles, opening doors and continuing your journey. The puzzles are challenging, the prism is dangerous and the world is cruel. It is possible to escape, but at what risk?
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 17, 2026
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