Underplayed Gems

Staff Only (2020)

Staff Only cover
Developer
Exilland
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.7 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A methodical dungeon crawl where each turn becomes a spatial puzzle, using cards that must connect on a grid to execute combos with a relaxed, planning-focused pace.

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What players say

Players praise the novel grid-based card connection system that adds a puzzle element to battles. However, many report frequent crashes and bugs, while others find it too easy once mastered or note a lack of content and balance issues between elites and the player's deck.

Screenshots

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