Underplayed Gems

Sullen (2016)

Sullen cover
Developer
Chris Charbonneau
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
3.7 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, challenging platformer with minimalistic visuals and an electronic soundtrack, where you dodge, jump, and shoot to survive.

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What players say

Players compare Sullen to a blend of Super Hexagon and a bullet-hell platformer. It is very challenging with a steep, step-like learning curve, offering 5 levels of 8 sections plus a boss each. Some note the upgrade from Gyruss's formula, and a few mention that the game's achievements seem non-functional.

Screenshots

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