Underplayed Gems

The Curse of the Howling Woods (2025)

The Curse of the Howling Woods cover
Developer
Raguthra Studios, Lee Sargent
Publisher
Raguthra Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A cozy, retro 2D adventure with light horror tropes, witty dialogue, and chaotic puzzle-solving under a two-hour time limit.

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What players say

Players call this a charming short adventure that mixes cozy vibes with mild horror, centered on navigating a timed maze. The writing and music get consistent praise, and fans appreciate the built-in speedrun incentive to replay and beat their own time.

Screenshots

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