This mesmerising adventure is built like a Russian nesting doll: each time you open it up there’s another secret hidden inside. The only difference with Fez Pocket Edition is that descending another layer only seems to make this fascinating world even bigger. So how deep does the rabbit hole go? In this pixel-art wonderland, you’ll be itching to find out.

When he gains the mythical headgear of the title, happy-go-lucky hero Gomez begins to see the world very differently from his friends. Swipe your finger left or right and the world spins 90 degrees, briefly gaining an extra dimension before flattening out once more, revealing places Gomez has never been before.

For example, you might find a secret back entrance to a building that didn’t seem to have a way in. Or you’ll discover a patch of ivy that you can clamber up to reach higher ground. That gaping chasm that lies between Gomez and the floating platform on his right? A swipe can bring his destination within reach, letting him hop across without so much as a run-up.

Switching between these four angles is key to navigating this world – and to getting your hands on the 32 glowing cubes you’ll need to help stabilise it. But you might just as easily find something else to catch your eye, teasing you towards another exit, taking you further from home and drawing you deeper into this fascinating place.

Cranks and switches transform the world further still, while mysterious glyphs, symbols and even Tetris shapes scrawled on paper and embedded in walls will have you furiously scribbling down notes, trying to piece together what it all means.

Even the in-game map is a puzzle in its own right. Though once you’ve plundered an area’s secrets, a gold outline will let you know you don’t have to dig any further – an important touch that prevents you from getting a little too lost, even if that’s all part of the fun.

There’s a very real sense of mystery and wonder to each new place you visit, from towering trees that stretch beyond the top of the screen, to spooky caves and storm-lashed tombs. The staggeringly detailed art does much of the hard work, but a magnificently moody soundtrack from chiptune composer Disasterpeace is the perfect accompaniment. It also knows just when to fade out and let the sounds of nature provide all the atmosphere you need.

It’ll take a while to unearth all 32 cubes, but Fez isn’t done with you yet, opening up once more to reward those still curious enough to explore further. Only the most dedicated players will see the game’s true ending, but even then this world seems to have more to offer. You might think you’ve seen it all, but you’re left with the nagging feeling that more discoveries are lying in wait.

Of course, that’s all part of the magic of this beautiful, beguiling and constantly surprising game. Above all else, Fez is a spellbinding reminder that we could all benefit from a change of perspective every now and again.