Underplayed Gems

Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU (2024)

Tales of Kenzera™: ZAU cover
Developer
Surgent Studios
Publisher
Electronic Arts
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.1 of 5, 971 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A heartfelt, visually vibrant journey through mythic lands, blending fluid movement and emotional storytelling with a bittersweet tone.

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What players say

Players praise the heartfelt story and Bantu mythology setting, but many find the combat repetitive and the metroidvania structure too linear. The game is on the short and easy side. Works well on Steam Deck.

Screenshots

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