Underplayed Gems

Tough Story: Big Hell (2017)

Tough Story: Big Hell cover
Developer
Outlaw
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.5 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 27 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, arcade-style brawler that channels the over-the-top energy of classic action movies.

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What players say

Players compare it to Hotline Miami but say only one of four planned chapters was ever released, and development appears to have stopped years ago. Combat is fun and challenging, though the game is very short with estimated completion under 10 minutes.

Screenshots

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