Underplayed Gems

Pollen (2025)

Pollen cover
Developer
FSTR
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.4 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A tense, high-stakes maze escape where every mistake can reset your progress as you outwit relentless guardians with careful strategy.

intensehardcoresuspensefultacticalpunishingrelentlessfirst-person

What players say

Players describe Pollen as a tense maze game where you dodge enemies and solve puzzles in a small, atmospheric world. Reviews are split: some love the unique art and horror, while others find the mazes tedious and the sound design lacking. The difficulty is notably high, even on easy, with a steep learning curve and little guidance.

Screenshots

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