Underplayed Gems

Skeleton King (2021)

Skeleton King cover
Developer
Forbidden Knowledge
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Racing, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 42 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 39 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A relaxing yet eerie runner where you control a skeleton collecting crowns in a realistic Halloween crypt, with gradually increasing speed and regenerative health.

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What players say

Players treat this one-dollar runner as a joke turned competitive, with leaderboard rivalries and silly hats driving replay. The core loop is minimalist, offering three enemy types, one obstacle, and no power-ups. Some report glitchy controls that make runs frustratingly short.

Screenshots

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