Underplayed Gems

Nubs' Adventure (2015)

Nubs' Adventure cover
Developer
MaxBytes
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 44 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A gentle exploratory platformer that mixes light action, puzzle solving, and pixel-art charm as you gather resources and fight cartoonish foes.

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What players say

Players describe it as a charming but challenging platformer built around exploration and backtracking, not a Metroidvania since there are no ability upgrades. Most finish in 3 to 6 hours and praise the soundtrack, though some find the worm vehicle segments and occasional RNG boss fights frustrating.

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