Underplayed Gems

Pennies 12 (2026)

Pennies 12 cover
Developer
Whatdog
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A small, tactile arcade roguelike where you flip coins, press chunky buttons, and pull a big lever to upgrade your machine with a lighthearted blend of strategy and luck.

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What players say

Players say it is a standout Balatro-like with clever, crunchy decisions as you build an engine around coins. Some wish for more mechanics and run variety, but most find it deeply satisfying.

Screenshots

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