Underplayed Gems

Mana Gloom (2020)

Mana Gloom cover
Developer
Sarynth
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
5.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 49 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A methodical top-down action RPG where you fight through corrupted magic-infused dungeons, balancing offensive and defensive play.

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What players say

Players finish it in under an hour and find the price fair at $3–$5. There is no inventory, no loot, and no skill customization, just a fixed character that levels up automatically. The controls are responsive and the magic spells upgrade, but normal enemies feel repetitive. Many describe it as a small, competent solo-dev project that leaves them wanting more content.

Screenshots

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