Underplayed Gems

Path of the Abyss (2023)

Path of the Abyss cover
Developer
Suzuki Suzuzou
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG, Early Access
Rating
4.7 of 5, 668 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 18 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You meticulously explore moody black-and-white pen-drawn dungeons, pausing real-time combat to analyze enemies and execute tactical party maneuvers.

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What players say

Players compare it to Wizardry but note a combat system that becomes automatic once understood. The story is thin, the campaign ends in about 15 hours, and the post-game dungeon spikes hard. Some find the skill slot cap restrictive and the identification of loot annoying.

Screenshots

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