Underplayed Gems

The Quest for the BIG KEY (2018)

The Quest for the BIG KEY cover
Developer
hOSHI
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 24 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 53 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A retro-style exploration game that feels like navigating a secret-filled map room by room, with no enemies but the constant risk of dying and losing progress.

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What players say

Players describe a short, no-save dungeon crawl without enemies, focused on environmental clues and puzzles. Some praise the relaxed pace and satisfying 'aha' moments, but many warn that dying forces a full restart, which can be frustrating.

Screenshots

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