Poems & Codes Demo

Explore the wonderful world of poetry through deceptively simple cryptograms. 10% of every purchase benefits Project Gutenberg, an online library of over 60,000 free ebooks.

<img class="bb_img" src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2295070/extras/7af26d54cb2e5573051d1e6801b8b9d6.avif?t=1762455906" width=616 height=100 /> In support of Project Gutenberg, a volunteer effort to digitize, archive, and distribute works of literature <ul class="bb_ul"><li>Decode a vast and varied collection of curated poetry, where each poem is encrypted using one of the world's oldest codes: the substitution cipher </li><li>Decrypt over 400 excerpts as you explore classic poetic themes ranging from the bliss of love to the depths of despair </li><li>Like what you decoded? Read the entire poem in-game or download each poet's anthology online for free, direct links included! </li><li>Share the joy of poetry--10% of every sale is donated to Project Gutenberg, an online library of over 60,000 free ebooks </li><li>Play at your own pace with four difficulty settings to choose from </li><li>Relax with a soothing, contemplative soundtrack </li><li>Choose between night or sunlight mode with optional enlarged cipher text</li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" >&quot;Poetry is a deal of joy and pain and wonder, with a dash of the dictionary.&quot; - Khalil Gibran</h2> Content note: This game features classic works of poetry and brief biographies of poets. Certain biographies and poems contain non-graphic references to violence, drugs, sex, and suicide.