Underplayed Gems

Temporian (2023)

Temporian cover
Developer
ChallAcc
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.1 of 5, 89 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A turn-based survival experience where you methodically craft and manage resources to rebuild civilization from scratch.

turn-basedsurvivalcraftingresource managementhistoricalcasualsingleplayertext-based

What players say

Players are split on Temporian. Many love the discovery and simple yet addictive survival loop, but some find it tedious and frustrating due to micromanagement, a cramped board, and a lack of hand-holding. The multiplayer is limited to one card per turn, and the tutorial is often called unhelpful, making early playthroughs feel like trial and error.

Screenshots

Temporian screenshot 1

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