Underplayed Gems

Under the River (2026)

Under the River cover
Developer
夜火游戏（Night Fire Game）
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 480 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A slow, atmospheric journey through a historically inspired city, blending cultural performance with quiet exploration.

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What players say

Players praise the art and voice acting, but find the story short and rushed, with an abrupt ending and underdeveloped characters. The game forces a choice between two female leads, which players call frustrating, though a hidden happy ending exists.

Screenshots

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