Ruinverse (2020)

Developer: Exe Create Inc.
Publisher: KEMCO
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 22 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted retro RPG with quirky characters and turn-based battles, focused on a whimsical journey and a party of oddballs.

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What players say

Players say Ruinverse is a competent but formulaic JRPG from EXE Create, with a charming story and characters but a plot and structure that feel recycled from the developer's other games. Opinions split on value: some praise the 30–40 hour length and multiple endings, while others point to empty puzzles, slow movement, and monetized difficulty options.

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