Pingus

Pingus is a free and open-source puzzle game inspired by Lemmings. In Pingus, the player is tasked with guiding a group of penguins through various levels, ensuring as many as possible reach the exit safely. The penguins are constantly moving forward and cannot be directly controlled. Instead, the player intervenes by assigning special abilities to individual penguins. These abilities include actions such as making a penguin dig through dirt, build a bridge, float with an umbrella, or block other penguins. Each level presents a unique layout and a set of obstacles that require careful use of these skills to overcome. The goal is typically to save a specific number or percentage of the penguins.

The game was originally developed by Ingo Ruhnke and has seen contributions from various developers over its history. Pingus is known for its charming graphics and playful atmosphere. It features several distinct worlds, each with its own visual theme and increasing difficulty. The game is available for multiple platforms, including Linux, Windows, and macOS, and is distributed under the GNU General Public License. Its gameplay loop of strategic ability assignment and problem-solving has made it a popular choice for fans of the puzzle genre.