Underplayed Gems

To Carry a Sword (2022)

To Carry a Sword cover
Developer
We Three Nouns
Publisher
MAGIC Spell Studios
Genres
Adventure, Free To Play, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.4 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A gentle, conversation-focused medieval caravan journey where building social bonds and making thoughtful route choices matters more than combat.

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What players say

Players describe it as a cross between Oregon Trail and FTL, a text-heavy caravan management sim with light RPG mechanics. The combat is repetitive and can feel unresponsive, while the Renown system creates a strict time limit that frustrates some. Most agree it is short, relaxing and worth the free price, though combat and randomness lead to rage quits for a few.

Screenshots

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