This is a game about knowledge

An analysis of Cocoon. A charming game that, while highly praised among most outlets, has a lot of criticism for its puzzle complexity. However, this perspective misses the achievements the designer, Jeppe Carslen, makes in the precise design of the puzzles in Cocoon. Here I explain Cocoon and analyse what makes it work. Hope you enjoy! :) Please check out the story analysis from @pixelpondering Footage used from (in order of appearance) - Cocoon, Limbo, Inside, Baba is You. Sources used: Soundtrack: Cocoon OST - Jakob Schmid A deep dive analysis and critique of Cocoon. I guess you could call it a video game video essay. 0:00 Introduction 2:18 Polished and precise design 8:35 Cocoon’s journey of understanding 18:00 Philosophy of knowledge 23:18 Immersive world design 29:06 Conclusion