It looks like a number puzzle. It feels like a calm, orderly logic game. But nothing is quite what it seems. Belgian solo developer Sam Agten — working as SixtyFour, creator of Midnight Protocol — has released the free Steam demo for Stip, just in time for Steam Next Fest, October 19–26, 2026. And you might want to watch your back.
Assign, Deduce, Doubt — What Is Stip?
Stip means “dot” in Dutch — and on the surface, that’s exactly what you get: assign numbers to circles using constraints, solve puzzles, and enjoy a clean, minimalist atmosphere. But there’s a catch: the rules aren’t explained — you have to discover them. And the puzzles? They don’t always play fair.
“Please ignore any odd Stip behaviour. Everything is fine. You are fine.”
What you’ll encounter:
- Constraints without instructions — deduce the rules yourself; some are deliberately opaque
- Interconnected rooms — puzzles link together, revealing hidden areas and deeper secrets
- A quiet unease — glitches, inconsistencies, and things that don’t add up. The game tells you to ignore them… but should you?
- No hand-holding — no tutorials, no hint buttons. Just your wits and a growing feeling that something’s off
Beneath the Surface Lies Something Else
Stip isn’t just a puzzle game — it’s a narrative wrapped in logic. As you progress through the house, the calm exterior cracks. The “minor glitches” become patterns. The quiet atmosphere shifts. What begins as a relaxing mental workout slowly transforms into something that will make you question everything — including whether you should keep looking.
SixtyFour is no stranger to clever design: their previous title Midnight Protocol earned acclaim for its unique keyboard-only hacking gameplay. Stip turns that same precision inward — playing with your perception rather than your reflexes.
Play the Demo Now — If You Dare
The demo is live right now on Steam, giving you a first taste of the puzzles — and the unease — before Next Fest kicks off in October.
Grab the Stip Demo:
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Full release is planned for PC and Nintendo Switch later this year. One piece of advice before you go: keep your eyes on the numbers. Don’t look too closely at the edges. And whatever you do… don’t ask what’s wandering the halls.
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