babe-lathe (2024)

Developer: tjern
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted, action-packed adventure with quirky encounters and platforming, driven by inventory management and playful physics.

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What players say

Players compare it to the tjern genre and praise its blend of beyblade combat with grid-based platforming, though many note the combat lacks depth and the game feels unfinished with only one boss fight. Opinions split on whether the janky controls add charm or frustration.

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