Sokobond

Sokobond is a 2013 puzzle game that adapts the block-pushing mechanics of Sokoban into chemistry-themed logic puzzles. Players control a single atom and push it around a grid to join with other atoms, ultimately forming specific molecules. The goal is to create the target molecule without getting your atoms stuck against the walls.

The game was developed by Alan Hazelden and Harry Lee and published under the Draknek label. Hazelden is well-known in the indie game community for his intricate puzzle design, particularly within the Sokoban genre. The duo created the game using a combination of their mathematical and programming backgrounds.

No, you do not need an extensive background in chemistry to understand or solve the puzzles. While the game uses real molecular formulas and chemical bonds as its theme, the mechanics are entirely based on spatial logic and pathfinding. It passively teaches basic chemical concepts through gameplay without requiring prior knowledge.

Sokobond was originally released for Windows and macOS in 2013. It was later ported to iOS and Android mobile devices, where it found a wider audience. It is frequently bundled with other indie puzzle games or featured on storefronts like Steam.