Underplayed Gems

Qelochia (2026)

Qelochia cover
Developer
Super Brain Hemorrhage
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You sift through digital logs to piece together a strange incident in a frozen research base, feeling a quiet, creeping unease and the weight of unanswered questions.

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What players say

Players praise this short visual novel for its surprising depth, blending yuri romance with cosmic horror and existential themes. Many note the effective contrast between character portraits and ASCII art, though some find the romances too rushed. Players split on the story's execution, with some calling the conflicts forced while others celebrate the nuanced worldbuilding.

Screenshots

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