Underplayed Gems

Nefarious (2017)

Nefarious cover
Developer
StarBlade
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 415 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Playing as a cartoonish villain kidnapping princesses with gleeful chaos and lighthearted humor.

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What players say

Players praise the villain perspective and witty writing but split on the controls, which feel sluggish and become frustrating in later stages. Boss fights are often called scuffed. The game is short, around 5-6 hours, and players recommend reading the webcomic.

Trailer

Screenshots

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