Underplayed Gems

Sifu (2023)

Sifu cover
Developer
Sloclap
Publisher
Sloclap, Kepler Interactive
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 27,891 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Sifu feels like a challenging, methodical kung fu brawler where every fight demands precise timing and relentless focus against overwhelming odds.

kung fumartial artsactionbeat 'em updifficultsouls-liketensecombat-focusedskill-based

What players say

Sifu blends beat 'em up, souls-like and rogue-like elements into a demanding martial arts game. Players love the combat's fluidity and the aging mechanic that makes every death meaningful, though some find the parry system unreliable. The main story is short, but the free arenas add replay value, and the true ending (Wude) is widely praised as the game's emotional core.

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Screenshots

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