Underplayed Gems

Rover Builder (2022)

Rover Builder cover
Developer
Hatfuls Games
Publisher
PQube
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.4 of 5, 81 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A methodical engineering puzzle where you build custom rovers piece by piece to solve terrain challenges under time pressure.

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What players say

Players are split on Rover Builder. Many love the creative engineering and problem-solving, calling it addictive despite a small part set. However, persistent bugs ruin the experience for others, especially parts not loading in levels and control settings that refuse to save.

Screenshots

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