SpreadCheat (2025) · Tastebuds

SpreadCheat is a puzzle game that fuses intricate spreadsheet challenges with a comedic, 90s financial vibe in a retro Windows 3.11 setting. The Player takes on the role of the new office prodigy, solving absurd tasks and manipulating spreadsheet cells to hit specific targets using clever formulas.

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Digital ChumpsNathaniel StevensMay 20257.9/10
If you enjoy mathematical problems with comedic setups straight from early 90s computing, then this game is for you.
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Rectify GamingWill "FncWill" HogeweideMay 20258.5/10
A pixel-perfect blend of comedy,combat, and cubicle chaos. SpreadCheat is a rare beast: a game that makes Excel feel dangerously cool.
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Thumb CultureMay 20254/5 stars
I’m going to be recommending this game to all those I work with. With them enjoying spreadsheets as much as I do, I know they’ll enjoy a little play-through and find the same enjoyment that I had. Spreadcheat isn’t a difficult game, nor is it one that you will play over and over. What it is, though, is a smile in an EXE file. Spreadcheat gets the Thumb Culture Gold Award.
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About the game

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Developer: Games People Play, Rubarb
Publisher: Games People Play
Released: May 5, 2025
Modes: Single player
Engine: Godot

IGDB rating 7.9/10 from 1 ratings.

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