Underplayed Gems

Recesses (2024)

Recesses cover
Developer
Sanjuny
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.9 of 5, 69 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lighthearted card-battling roguelite where losing leads to new dialogue and deck upgrades, blending strategy with a quirky, story-driven mystery.

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What players say

Players praise the clever card mechanics inspired by the Pokemon TCG and the charming, witty writing about childhood and philosophy. The difficulty is high but fair, though some find randomness and forced draft mode frustrating. Many note excellent value for the price.

Screenshots

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