Underplayed Gems

The Vale: Shadow of the Crown (2021)

The Vale: Shadow of the Crown cover
Developer
Falling Squirrel, Creative Bytes Studios
Publisher
Falling Squirrel Inc.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.9 of 5, 382 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

An audio-first action RPG where every sword clash and footstep builds a vivid world through sound, making you feel every tense moment as a blind adventurer navigating a story-rich medieval kingdom.

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What players say

Players praise the audio-only design for letting them experience a game without sight, with strong voice acting and 3D sound that guides exploration and combat. Common complaints center on the short length and repetitive side quests.

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