Underplayed Gems

Nodebuster (2024)

Nodebuster cover
Developer
Goblobin
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.9 of 5, 13,916 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A laid-back, abstract clicker where you harvest nodes and watch numbers climb with minimal effort.

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What players say

Players enjoy the first couple of hours as a chill incremental with a good soundtrack, but many say the progression stalls after that, leaving a boring grind to the finish. The game is short, around 3 to 4 hours, and is praised for having an ending, though some wish it had more variety or post-midgame content.

Screenshots

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