Underplayed Gems

PictoQuest (2020)

PictoQuest cover
Developer
NanoPiko
Publisher
PID Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.1 of 5, 607 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gentle logic puzzle game wrapped in a light RPG coat, where each solved grid feels like a small victory against a whimsical threat.

casualpuzzlelogiclightheartedfamily-friendlyturn-basedstrategiccharming

What players say

Players are split on the timer and penalty system, some find it stressful for a picross game, while others see it as a manageable challenge. The puzzles are easy, the art and writing are charming, and the RPG elements are light.

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Screenshots

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