Underplayed Gems

Shadowrun Returns (2013)

Shadowrun Returns cover
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

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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Screenshots

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