Gameplay
How to play
- Place and configure the mechanical parts during the BUILD phase
- Press GO to run the deterministic simulation
- Reach the goal to solve the level
- Use fewer parts to earn more stars
- Work through the full level set
ClickPlace a vessel in a dashed slot, or select a placed one
NEXT TYPE buttonCycle the selected vessel's type
ROUTE buttonCycle the selected vessel's outflow route
REMOVE buttonDelete the selected vessel
GO buttonRun the water simulation
RESET buttonClear all placed vessels
How to play
- Place and configure the mechanical parts during the BUILD phase
- Press GO to run the deterministic simulation
- Reach the goal to solve the level
- Use fewer parts to earn more stars
- Work through the full level set
ClickPlace a vessel in a dashed slot, or select a placed one
NEXT TYPE buttonCycle the selected vessel's type
ROUTE buttonCycle the selected vessel's outflow route
REMOVE buttonDelete the selected vessel
GO buttonRun the water simulation
RESET buttonClear all placed vessels
Your record
High score
0
Times played
0
Achievements
0 / 0
About Cistern
Cistern is a free puzzle and physics game you can play instantly in your browser on Spryte Games. A vertical cascade of self-siphoning vessels converts steady inflow into rhythmic slugs of water. No downloads, no installs, and no account needed — just click play and enjoy.
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