Underplayed Gems

P·O·L·L·E·N (2016)

P·O·L·L·E·N cover
Developer
Mindfield Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.2 of 5, 206 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A contemplative, atmospheric walk through an eerie, alternate-history research station on Titan, where the quiet solitude and cryptic environment evoke a sense of isolation and discovery.

atmosphericmysteriousslow-pacedcontemplativesci-filonelyimmersivefirst-person exploration

What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and hands-off puzzle design but are divided by technical issues. The game is frequently reported as broken on modern systems and in VR, with the developer unresponsive since 2024. Those who can run it find a short, story-driven exploration game with no enemies, similar to Soma or Myst.

Trailer

Screenshots

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