Labyronia Elements (2017)

Developer: Labyrinthine
Publisher: Conglomerate 5
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 46 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A sprawling, turn-based 2D RPG that feels like a long, deliberate journey through distinct elemental worlds, with a focus on exploration and challenging combat.

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What players say

Players describe Labyronia Elements as a game with an interesting magic-stealing system and four lengthy worlds, but they strongly warn that it relies on guides and even cheat engine to survive its punishing traps and snowball chase. Sentiment is split: some find it fresh and rewarding, while others call it frustrating hell.

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