One of the earliest surprises of the year was Animal Well. On the surface, it looks like another well-made homage to 2D Metroidvania games of the past. But the deeper you dig, the more you realize that Animal Well is not what it seems. While the core gameplay and platforming elements are excellent, you quickly discover that at the center of it all is one big puzzle. So get out your notepad and get ready to put your brain to work to uncover the truth behind Animal Well.