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Tapeheads
Tapeheads is an atmospheric retro-futuristic simulation. Use a one-of-a-kind computer and its unusual programming language to solve puzzles about manipulating data.
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Release Date:
Q2 2025
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Palanquin Software

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Single-player
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“This game is in active development. I can't emphasize enough how important your
feedback is to the game's development”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Tapeheads should be complete by Q2 2025. That said, it is largely playable now.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

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Roadmap


  • Editor quality of life update.
  • Additional puzzles for the main game.
  • Incremental release of mini-games.
  • More soundtrack music has been completed, but not included.
  • Magazine articles to add depth to the world.
”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The entire main game is functional, but in Beta.

About one-third of the programming puzzles are completed.

No mini-games are ready for release.

The in-game magazine, which will also serve as an aid in a few puzzles, is only 20% complete.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“We plan to gradually raise the price as major features complete.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“At every step of the way we need your feedback. The final game will be shaped and made better by your involvement.

All questions and suggestions should go to panda@palanquin.io”
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Planned Release Date: Q2 2025

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About This Game

Tapeheads is a retro-futuristic computer simulation game set in an world where technology took a different path. You receive a replica of the 1983 Sonnenlicht Troika computer system from your uncle. Using the Symbolic79 programming language, solve puzzles sent by your uncle and his friends. Take breaks with included mini-games.

Key Features:
  • Symbolic79 programming language: Custom language with extensive documentation and examples.
  • Interpreter with debugging and REPL: Debug and test your code seamlessly with an interactive interpreter and REPL.
  • Editor with file revisioning: Manage your projects with built-in file revisioning.
  • Mini-games with logic puzzles: Enjoy engaging mini-games.
  • Atmospheric sound and graphics: Immerse yourself in a detailed retro-futuristic system.

Artwork from the In-Game Magazine




System Requirements

Windows
macOS
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: 10
    • Memory: 6 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 1920x1080
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: 11
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 1920x1080
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    Minimum:
    • OS: 11
    • Processor: Intel and Apple Silicon
    • Memory: 6 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 1920x1080
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: 14
    • Processor: Intel and Apple Silicon
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 1920x1080
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
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