Underplayed Gems

Ladderway (2023)

Ladderway cover
Developer
LGV
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 14 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A frantic, old-school arcade climb where every ladder forces you to dodge falling hazards and collect bonuses under mounting pressure.

challengingfast-pacedretroarcadetenseaddictiveminimalistpunishing

What players say

Players describe Ladderway as a retro endless climber, comparing it to Crazy Climber. The key mechanic is a nuclear coffee that grants temporary invincibility, letting you kill enemies in windows. Some find it repetitive and boring after a few minutes, while others enjoy it as a simple arcade score chaser for short sessions. The mouse pointer reportedly doesn't work on the main screen.

Screenshots

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