The Writ (2024)

Developer: Anton Basan
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 24 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A dark, atmospheric journey through a hostile fantasy kingdom, blending exploration, hack-and-slash combat, and lore-rich storytelling with a sense of urgency and choice-driven narrative.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and potential of this single-developer early-access game, but they split on its current state. Some call it a promising adventure with a soul, while others point out it can be beaten in minutes and suffers from softlocks, unclear controls, and pixel art that can be hard to read.

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