Underplayed Gems

SmartyTale 2D (2019)

SmartyTale 2D cover
Developer
Nifedow Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 59 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A deliberately old-school journey through tricky, exploration-heavy levels where chatting with characters and hunting for hidden treasures matter as much as fighting foes.

retrochallengingexplorativenostalgicpixelateddialogue-driventreasure-hunting

What players say

Players are split on SmartyTale 2D. Supporters enjoy the retro feel and references to the developer's earlier work, while critics call out unfair difficulty spikes, inconsistent art quality, and a narrative that dumps information without engagement. The soundtrack is a highlight for some.

Screenshots

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