Shadowrun Returns (2013)

Developer: Harebrained Schemes
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 13,649 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 15 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deliberate, tactical turn-based RPG where cyberpunk grit meets dark fantasy, requiring careful planning and story investment.

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What players say

Players praise the cyberpunk-fantasy setting and lore, but note the game is short and linear, serving as a simple introduction to the series. Combat is easy on normal, though the final mission spikes in difficulty, and some report crashes and dated controls.

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