Underplayed Gems

Before Nightfall: Summertime (2020)

Before Nightfall: Summertime cover
Developer
Pickle Drugs
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
3.3 of 5, 35 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 37 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A serene and visually stunning walk through a summer forest, balancing the peaceful task of gathering firewood with a gentle but steady time-management pressure.

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What players say

Players describe this as a short walking simulator where you gather firewood before nightfall. Many call it an asset flip or tech demo, while others enjoy its simple goal and pretty forest. The game lasts under an hour and is popular with achievement hunters, but some note bugs, a timer that creates stress, and no story or combat.

Screenshots

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