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Horochi's Challenge

By ほろっち · Windows

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Change gravity in six directions and guide crystal orbs to their goals in this single-player 3D puzzle game. Choose any of 100 stages from the start. EXTRA HARD adds XOR gates, water controls and floating platforms in larger mazes. Team up with Meguru and Bimba to earn minimum-move medals!

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FIND YOUR KIND OF PLAY

Before you play.

Game style
Casual · Indie · Free To Play
Platforms
Windows

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ANSWERS FOR YOUR FIRST SESSION

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Steam edition · Researched Nov 8, 2026 · Guide updated Nov 8, 2026.

Our guidance

How do I change the gravity in Horochi's Challenge?

You can change gravity in six directions by using the globe UI or by pressing keys 1 through 6. Once you have selected your desired direction, you must confirm the change to make the orbs and characters fall.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What is the function of XOR gates in EXTRA HARD stages?

XOR gates open only when exactly one of their two switches is ON. If both switches are ON or both are OFF, the gate remains closed. You must carefully manage which switch is activated to progress.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How do I manipulate water levels to solve puzzles?

Stand a character on a water control panel to select low, middle, or high water levels. Floating platforms will carry characters and orbs up or down. Note that each water-level change counts as one move.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What happens if a gate is occupied in EXTRA HARD mode?

If a character or orb is currently occupying a gate, it will remain open. The gate only closes once the object blocking it has moved away, allowing you to plan your movements through the maze accordingly.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How do pressure switches work in HARD mode?

Pressure switches keep specific gates open as long as a character, orb, or moving pillar is resting on them. You must decide which objects to leave behind on these switches to maintain an open path.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

What is the purpose of orb anchors?

Orb anchors catch falling orbs and hold them in place even when gravity changes. To release an orb from an anchor, you must push it from the side. This is useful for keeping switches activated while exploring.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

How should I manage Meguru and Bimba when both are present?

You can switch between the two characters to solve puzzles. Since gravity affects both characters simultaneously, you must carefully plan where each will land before you confirm a gravity change to avoid getting stuck.

Based on source 1.

Our guidance

Can I inspect a maze without using a move?

Yes, you can use the cutaway view feature. This allows you to select a specific layer of the maze to inspect its layout and components without consuming a move, helping you plan your strategy more effectively.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

How do I earn a minimum-move medal?

The minimum move count for a stage is revealed after your first clear. You can return to the stage to find a shorter solution. If you achieve the minimum count on your first attempt, you earn the medal immediately.

Based on source 1.

Source facts

Is there a reward for completing all NORMAL stages with minimum-move medals?

Yes, if you successfully collect minimum-move medals on all 50 NORMAL stages, you will unlock a special reward from Horochi. This provides an incentive to optimize your solutions across the first five worlds of the game.

Based on source 1.

Sources & scope

  1. Publisher description on Steam ↗Checked Nov 8, 2026

AI-assisted research with automated evidence and consistency checks. Good Game Daily organizes publisher information into practical answers. Guidance is an editorial interpretation of those sources. These notes are based on source research rather than a firsthand playtest; editions and later updates may differ.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Check the fit before you install

For Horochi's Challenge · Steam edition.

  1. Compare your device with the listed Windows requirements. Controller support is not verified here.
  2. Steam lists single-player support. Read the developer’s requirements if you need to play without an internet connection; single-player does not by itself establish offline access.
  3. The base game is listed as free to play; extras may cost more.

Decision guide updated 2026-10-29. Based on the publisher listing checked 2026-11-08; this is not a firsthand review.

PC EDITION · STEAM

Choose how you play.

Platforms
Windows
Play modes
Single-player
Languages
English, Japanese
Release date / window
Nov 8, 2026
Full game price · US
Free to play; extras may cost more

Steam lists the base game as free to play. Prices are a US storefront snapshot. DLC and in-game purchases may cost extra.

Steam source ↗ · Checked Nov 8, 2026. Platform editions may differ in features, prices and save compatibility.

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Windows minimum requirements

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 11 (64-bit) Processor: Intel Core i5-8250U Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 Storage: 1 GB available space Additional Notes: Keyboard and mouse required. Additional storage is needed for saved replay videos.

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