Underplayed Gems

Shadow Fate (2022)

Shadow Fate cover
Developer
HuntingSwan
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 34 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 12 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lengthy turn-based JRPG with a dark fantasy story, dramatic and emotional moments balanced by comedy, explored through colorful pixel visuals and visible enemy encounters.

turn-basedpixel graphicsdark fantasyatmosphericdramaticemotionalcomedicparty-based

What players say

Players praise Shadow Fate as a standout RPG Maker game with a deep, strategic turn-based combat system that demands thought beyond simple attacks. Reviews highlight strong character writing, a well-paced 40-hour story, and a surprising level of polish, though some find the difficulty overtuned even on easy mode.

Screenshots

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