Underplayed Gems

Marisa!ReturnTheBook! (2025)

Marisa!ReturnTheBook! cover
Developer
NARROW, TSUKUYOMIC
Publisher
NARROW&TSUKUYOMIC
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 730 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A casual but occasionally frustrating romp through familiar territory, blending fast-paced retrieval with lighthearted whimsy.

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What players say

Players enjoy the charming pixel art and fan-service for Touhou fans, but note it's not a true idle game: progress stalls and you must actively intervene or the run collapses. Many praise the hidden secrets and extra roguelike mode, while some find replay value low and the reliance on guides unfair.

Trailer

Screenshots

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