moonchrome. (2025)

Developer: upa=宇羽
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 17 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A monochrome JRPG with puzzle-like battles and a cute yet eerie story that keeps you on your toes.

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What players say

Players praise the unique black-and-white alternating combat system and the charming characters and music, but many find the later dungeons tedious and the story rushed. The difficulty is high, especially when managing color accumulation and action order, and some struggle with a lack of in-game map or battle log. Playtime commonly exceeds 20 hours, far past the estimated 6.

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