Underplayed Gems

Puzzle Plunder (2018)

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Developer
Windybeard
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual
Rating
4.3 of 5, 173 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A laid-back pirate match-3 game with slow, steady stat building and a chilled soundtrack, focused on casual progression rather than tension or challenge.

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What players say

Players praise the pirate theme and roguelike meta progression, but many criticize the lack of drag-and-drop tile movement, calling clicking slow and awkward. The sink mechanic that limits each run is a key feature, and opinions split on whether the repetitive gameplay stays fun beyond a few hours.

Screenshots

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