Underplayed Gems

miniBONG (2023)

miniBONG cover
Developer
Game Star
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 949 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 47 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A relaxed, hands-off game where you dress up a character and watch them fight automatically, with low-pressure strategy and progression.

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What players say

Players praise the character customization and artwork but warn that the game can delete save files, a bug reportedly known since 2023. The idle loop requires constant gear swaps to progress, and later stages become a chaotic light show. Long-time fans say miniBONG is grindier than the developer's earlier game, Flash Dolls.

Screenshots

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