BlueTricks

BlueTricks tells the story of squares and circles living together. When a square at a small company sees circles cutting off another square’s angle—a symbol of individuality—the square disappears. Later, six people who have chosen to give up their individuality for financial security arrive for job interviews at the company. While they wait, they hear a scream from the interview room, where circles are trying to cut off the angle of a new employee who still has some individuality. The main character covers his own angle with his hands and recognizes the importance of individuality. The square takes a nearby gun and threatens the circles; as he picks it up, the weapon changes color to match his personality. He decides to defend and strengthen his personality against bad people.

Stages and mechanics

You progress through six maps, each with its own gimmick system and three stages, for 18 stages in total. Eating arrow items moves the floor in the arrow’s direction, increasing your chances of survival. When you level up, a famous saying appears and prompts you to reflect on your life.

Individuality and dreams

BlueTricks was made to express concerns about situations the creators and their acquaintances recognize, and to evoke a sense of returning to the past for players in their 20s, 40s and 50s. Its story asks whether giving up your dreams for money is the right choice, and encourages people facing that decision not to give up, but to keep trying.