Underplayed Gems

The Malice Kingdom (2023)

The Malice Kingdom cover
Developer
The Cheesecake Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A challenging 2D platformer with colorful pixel art, dark fantasy setting, whimsical characters, and rewarding exploration.

challengingexplorationcolorfuldark fantasyplatformingcombatwhimsicalpunishing

What players say

Players praise the lore, boss design, and low-key atmosphere, but say the lack of controller support, absent map, wonky controls, and short music loops hurt exploration. Reviews split on whether the jank is charming or a flaw.

Screenshots

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