Underplayed Gems

The Legion of Maelstrom (2021)

The Legion of Maelstrom cover
Developer
Andrew R.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.7 of 5, 30 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A strategic, turn-based RPG with a grind-heavy loot cycle and retro fantasy feel.

strategicchallengingretrofantasyturn-based combatgrindycolorfulopen world

What players say

Players praise the unique turn-based combat where managing mana charges and healing feels strategic. The 8-bit visuals and music earn consistent praise, and many compare the look to Star Tropics. The story is light, but the game lets you freely choose between five classes. A few note the need to return to town to change class and that grinding is part of the loop.

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