Underplayed Gems

Artificer: Science of Magic (2020)

Artificer: Science of Magic cover
Developer
Psilocybe Games
Publisher
Games Operators
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.3 of 5, 95 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A lonely, methodical struggle to survive on a hostile alien world through arcane research and careful crafting.

survivalatmosphericdark fantasymethodicalcraftingexplorationtenserogue-like

What players say

Players describe it as a mix of Don't Starve and Thaumcraft but warn it is a narrative puzzle adventure, not an open-ended survival game. Progression hits brick walls and the game has not received updates in years, though those who finish report 6 to 15 hours of play.

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