Underplayed Gems

Queen of Moths (2023)

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Developer
Tesseract Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 27 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 48 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense, slow-burn descent into unease and surreal dread as you wait at a lonely train station, haunted by an unseen presence.

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What players say

Players praise the oppressive atmosphere and cosmic horror vibes, but many note the game is very short, with runs under 10 minutes. Opinions are split on the narrative: some find it intriguing and surreal, while others say it feels formless and lacks substance. Several reviewers mention dead ends and loop glitches that can force a restart, and achievements are reported as buggy.

Screenshots

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