Underplayed Gems

South of the Circle (2022)

South of the Circle cover
Developer
State of Play
Publisher
11 bit studios
Genres
Adventure
Rating
4.2 of 5, 1,697 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slowly unfolding, emotionally resonant narrative journey through a stylized cold war landscape, driven by minimalist interaction and a rich musical score.

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What players say

Players praise the story, voice acting, and painterly visuals, but nearly all agree choices feel meaningless and interactivity is minimal. Many call it an interactive movie more than a game. Reviews split on the ending: some find it flat, while others grow to appreciate it.

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