Underplayed Gems

Scapegoat & Rational (2026)

Scapegoat & Rational cover
Developer
萊斯特 LesterWind
Publisher
萊斯特的帽子 Lester's cap, RMAsia
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 30 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

Feels like a tense, methodical investigation through a cursed setting with a slow, ominous dread.

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What players say

Players praise the story and puzzle design but warning about opaque and frustrating puzzles. The hint system is widely appreciated, especially for less experienced players. Some criticize the use of AI-generated art and characters that feel hollow. Players split on difficulty: some find it fair with hints, others call certain puzzles joyless.

Screenshots

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