Underplayed Gems

The Little Brave (2025)

The Little Brave cover
Developer
Dmitrii Batov
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 39 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gentle, story-driven metroidvania where you explore a colorful hand-drawn world as a little boy uncovering secrets and gaining bravery.

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What players say

Players praise the charming art, story, and soundtrack, but nearly all note that the controls were frustrating at launch. A recent update tightened movement and collision detection, making platforming and boss fights much more enjoyable. A few still mention minor bugs.

Screenshots

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