Underplayed Gems

Pencil Stories (2026)

Pencil Stories cover
Developer
Phantom Island
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 33 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gentle, story-driven adventure with a dark, atmospheric tone, paced for relaxed exploration.

adventurecasualstory-drivenatmosphericmoodyslow-pacedsingle-player

What players say

Players call this a short, relaxing puzzle game perfect for unwinding before sleep. The game is set entirely at night, and players highlight the hand-drawn sketchbook art style and the adorable protagonist Letty. Puzzles are easy, which players say adds to the cozy, meditative mood.

Trailer

Screenshots

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