One of the best puzzle games ever is getting surprise DLC even though its developer kind of closed a while ago
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by Tyler Wilde February 19, 2026
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Opus Magnum, a critically acclaimed 2017 puzzle game known for its clever mechanics and elegant design, is set to receive an unexpected surprise in the form of a new DLC titled *Opus Magnum: De Re Metallica*. Scheduled for release on March 17, this expansion will introduce three prequel chapters featuring 17 fresh puzzles, new cutscenes, music tracks, and glyphs. Despite being approximately half the length of the original campaign, the DLC promises to deepen the game's narrative and mechanics while staying true to its core themes.
The announcement is intriguing given Zachtronics' somewhat ambiguous status in the gaming industry. While the studio—famous for titles like *TIS-100*, *SpaceChem*, and *Infinifactory*—was once considered inactive after founder Zach Barth declared it "over" in a 2016 interview, it appears to have reemerged under a new entity, Coin
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Originally published on PC Gamer on 2/19/2026