Athenian Rhapsody (2024)

Developer: Nico Papalia
Publisher: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 368 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 11 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A silly, colorful RPG where you shape the story through quirky characters and abundant choices in a lighthearted adventure.

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What players say

Players are split on Athenian Rhapsody. Many say the absurd humor and goofy tone are the main draw, calling it 'Undertale on Adderall.' Others find it tries too hard to be funny without earning its emotional beats, and note the lack of a mute button and slow start. The true ending wins over some skeptics, and combat clarity is a recurring pain point.

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