Underplayed Gems

The Little Ball That Could (2017)

The Little Ball That Could cover
Developer
NaissusWorks
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 30 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam
The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

Playing feels like a tense, precise puzzle-platformer where you navigate deadly traps and mazes in a minimalist futuristic world, collecting hearts to prove your worth.

fast-pacedminimalistchallengingpuzzle-platformer3d platformeratmosphericprecisemoderate difficulty

What players say

Players call it the best Marble Madness successor, with tight controls and well-paced difficulty. The 120 levels range from relaxing exploration to devilish challenges, and the generous checkpoint system keeps frustration low. Some wish for a level builder or the ability to rotate the camera.

Screenshots

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