Most sliding puzzles are all about finding the way out. Slide Soldiers turns that on its head — because here, the only way forward is straight through everything in your path.
Indie solo dev Distracted Coder has announced their charming debut title will launch on Steam December 1, 2026 — and you can try the demo right now before it takes centre stage at Steam Next Fest later this month.
A Puzzle Game With No Exit
Here’s the big twist: levels have no doors, no exits, no finish line. You don’t reach the end — you clear the board. Every enemy must be dealt with before the level is done:
- Glide across the grid — you keep sliding until you hit a wall or an enemy
- Slash — crash into foes to take them out
- Dash — chain movements together to line up the perfect run
- Victory = every enemy removed from the board. That’s it.
It’s a fresh take on the genre — part sliding puzzle, part tactical board-clearing action, all wrapped in a warm, cosy art style.
Relaxed Rhythm, Zero Rush
Slide Soldiers doesn’t believe in timers or panic:
- No clocks, no countdowns — solve at whatever pace feels right
- Gentle hand-drawn visuals — the forest shifts through the seasons as you play
- Soothing original soundtrack — perfect for unwinding
- Play casually or hunt for the optimal path — perfection is entirely optional
- Multiple modes including Adventure Mode and customisable difficulty levels
Try It Today — Demo Live Now
Can’t wait for December 1? The demo is available right now on Steam, giving you a taste of the mechanics ahead of Steam Next Fest later this month:
Slide Soldiers marks the first release from Distracted Coder — and it’s shaping up to be one of the most satisfying, original puzzlers of the year. Glide in, slash away, and see if you can clear every last enemy. The board is waiting.
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