Underplayed Gems

Nelumbra (2025)

Nelumbra cover
Developer
Eleven Dusks Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.8 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced roguelite where you survive waves of enemies across repeated loops, gradually unlocking new powers and characters.

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What players say

Players describe Nelumbra as a challenging vampire survivor-like with a sharp dash mechanic and a strong, mysterious atmosphere. Many note it is very hard, lacks a tutorial, and rewards persistence with steady unlocks and cryptic lore.

Screenshots

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