Underplayed Gems

Torches of Fate (2023)

Torches of Fate cover
Developer
RoushTech, LLC
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.2 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 24 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A nostalgic, turn-based fantasy RPG that feels like a lovingly crafted 16-bit journey through a classic medieval world.

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What players say

Players praise the dungeon design and rewards for exploration, with custom artwork standing out, but some find it grindy with repetitive enemies and note a lack of conveniences like an in-game quest log. The twist ending and fast final boss are mentioned, while opinions split on whether the combat is strategic or tedious.

Screenshots

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