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About Cut That Wire
Cut That Wire is a tense, co-op multiplayer indie game where players face life-or-death choices. Developed by WakaStudio and released October 22, 2025, it casts you in a brutal social experiment: a group of people strapped to chairs with bombs must cut a wire to defuse their explosives, but one player is an imposter manipulating the chaos. The game thrives on paranoia and quick thinking, blending strategic voting with split-second decisions. Play on PC (Windows) in online multiplayer modes where teamwork and deception collide. Expect high-stakes moments as you decide who lives and who gets eliminated. Best for fans of psychological tension and competitive play.
Gameplay
Each session revolves around balancing trust and survival. Players are assigned roles: some have real bombs, others are bluffs, and one is an imposter controlling the wire mechanics. The core loop involves rounds where you vote to eliminate a player, followed by tense wire-cutting phases. If you’re a “bomber,” you must cut the correct wire while avoiding traps set by the imposter. Missteps trigger explosions, ending the round. Communication is key, convince others of your innocence or manipulate votes to frame rivals. The game’s pacing is relentless, with short bursts of action and longer periods of suspicion. Controls are simple but precise, emphasizing quick reflexes during wire-cutting sequences. Matches last 15, 30 minutes, with outcomes hinging on social strategy and luck.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings for Cut That Wire average 4.3/5, with 72% of players completing the game. Critics praise its “thrilling chaos” and “addictive social mechanics” (GameSpot 8.5/10). Average playtime per session is 22 minutes, though 35% of users log over 10 hours. Community moods skew excited (68%) and competitive (55%), with 42% labeling it “stressful in the best way.” Achievement completion rates are high, with 81% unlocking the “Master of Deception” title. User reviews highlight the tension but note occasional balance issues: “First few rounds are brutal, but the learning curve pays off.”
PlayPile's Take
Cut That Wire is a must-play for social deduction fans and fans of high-pressure multiplayer. Priced at $19.99, it offers strong replayability through shifting roles and unpredictable outcomes. With 35% of players reporting they’ve replayed it at least 10 times, the game thrives on its mix of strategy and luck. Skip it if you dislike toxic online interactions or prefer solo experiences. For $20 and 30 minutes of heart-pounding fun per match, it’s a solid pick.
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Multiplayer, Co-operative
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