Underplayed Gems

The Throne (2024)

The Throne cover
Developer
BeByte Tecnología
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A pixel-art metroidvania where you methodically explore a labyrinthine castle, fight orc bosses, and navigate traps to reclaim a kingdom.

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What players say

Players praise the 2.5D pixel art and old-school feel but split on the combat: some find it simple and fun while others call it clunky with weak hit feedback. A common frustration is the lack of map markers, which forces repetitive backtracking. Many note performance is fine on Steam Deck and the game can be finished in under 4 hours, but the UI and localization feel unfinished.

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Screenshots

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