Underplayed Gems

Balrum (2016)

Balrum cover
Developer
Balcony Softworks
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 795 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, methodical RPG that balances tactical turn-based combat with survival crafting and homestead building in a living fantasy world.

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Screenshots

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