Underplayed Gems

The Pathless (2021)

The Pathless cover
Developer
Giant Squid
Publisher
Annapurna Interactive
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 2,142 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fluid, soaring journey through a mystical open world, where archery and eagle companionship create a graceful, tension-free exploration experience.

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What players say

Players praise the movement, art, and Wintory's score, but opinions split on gameplay: some love the flow while others find the puzzles repetitive and the game too short at around 10 hours. Boss fights are a highlight, though a few players mention that some areas feel padded or that the game is sluggish at times.

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