The Village (2021)

Developer: VW
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, RPG
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 22 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A challenging retro-styled RPG where you solve tough puzzles and explore a colorful world while farming and crafting to progress.

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What players say

Players praise the nostalgic SNES-era pixel art and music, often comparing it to Zelda. The game is appreciated for its atmosphere and story, but many find the difficulty high, especially in dark areas, and the early directions unclear.

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