Underplayed Gems

Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom (2019)

Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom cover
Developer
Game Atelier
Publisher
FDG Entertainment
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 2,613 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A bright and lively 2D action-adventure with light puzzle-solving, rewarding exploration, and a modest difficulty curve.

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What players say

Players praise the transformation mechanics and how each animal form changes gameplay, but warn that the game leans heavily on puzzles rather than combat, and some become frustratingly obscure. The few healing points and expensive gear make progress tense, and while the controls are responsive, the experience can feel tedious in late sections.

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