Underplayed Gems

Malebolgia (2015)

Malebolgia cover
Developer
DascuMaru
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.0 of 5, 143 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, tense crawl through a cold, demonic fortress where every corner hides a grotesque monster and the weight of damnation presses down on you.

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What players say

Players praise the oppressive atmosphere and minimalist visuals, but many find the combat stiff and the controls unresponsive, especially on keyboard. The game is compared to Dark Souls and older titles like Alone in the Dark, though opinions split on whether the deliberate pacing works or just feels clunky.

Screenshots

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