Underplayed Gems

Azurael’s Circle: Chapter 5 (2021)

Azurael’s Circle: Chapter 5 cover
Developer
Jordan Allen
Publisher
Enkian Games
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.4 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn, atmospheric horror game that mixes investigation and puzzle-solving with a noir-ish, dialogue-driven story.

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What players say

Players call this a serviceable conclusion to the series, but many find it the weakest chapter: shorter, less intense and less scary than earlier games. There are effectively two endings based on one choice. The soundtrack and puzzle mechanics are consistently praised.

Screenshots

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