Underplayed Gems

No Vacation for an Executioner (2026)

No Vacation for an Executioner cover
Developer
JayO
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.6 of 5, 73 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Playing feels like navigating a PS2-era action RPG with stiff, tank-like controls and a deliberate, tense pace that demands patience.

retroclunky controlsatmosphericslow-paceddeliberateold-schoolunforgivingaction-rpg

What players say

Players praise the art direction and PS2-era atmosphere, but many find the combat janky and unresponsive, especially parrying. A few thrive on the clunkiness and stealth, while others call it unfinished and too frustrating to enjoy.

Trailer

Screenshots

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