Underplayed Gems

Through Rust We Are Returned (2021)

Through Rust We Are Returned cover
Developer
Chaos Crew Productions
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A slow-paced, tactical RPG where you methodically unlock fragmented memories while navigating a gritty, decaying cityscape.

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What players say

Players call this more visual novel than strategy RPG. They praise the memory-equipping mechanic for character customization, but say battles are mind-numbingly easy and require little strategy. The story is considered compelling, though the lore can be confusing.

Screenshots

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