Underplayed Gems

Battlevoid: Harbinger (2016)

Battlevoid: Harbinger cover
Developer
Bugbyte Ltd.
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.9 of 5, 1,060 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 16 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a tense, strategic trek through unknown space where every jump brings uncertain danger and tough resource decisions

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What players say

Players praise the core 2D space combat but are split on its execution. Many cite slow ship unlocks, a punishing early game where rng often decides the outcome, and a lack of meaningful progression between runs. Others enjoy the challenge as a simple roguelike to return to, though some note it feels like a mobile port with little added content.

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Screenshots

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