Underplayed Gems

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries (2018)

Robbie Swifthand and the Orb of Mysteries cover
Developer
Pixel Reign
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 83 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A hardcore 2D platformer with mind-bending puzzles and epically tricky boss fights, balanced by a groovy soundtrack and hilariously gruesome death animations.

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What players say

Players describe it as a punishing trap platformer where memorizing hazards and timing is key. Deaths are frequent but rarely feel unfair, and the short, non-linear levels keep frustration in check. Reviews praise the smart level design and polished presentation, though some note that a few traps are obscured by the foreground.

Screenshots

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