Underplayed Gems

Live by the Sword: Tactics (2022)

Live by the Sword: Tactics cover
Developer
Labrador Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
3.6 of 5, 74 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A colorful, pixel-art tactical RPG where you rely on your own strategic skill rather than grinding levels or equipment.

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What players say

Players say the game is a very simple tactics RPG with no leveling, items, or flanking mechanics, making combat feel more like a puzzle than a full strategy game. The campaign is short, around 6 hours, and hit percentages seem unreliable. There are several modes but the online multiplayer is empty.

Trailer

Screenshots

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