Underplayed Gems

VITAL (2019)

VITAL cover
Developer
Icehelm
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 33 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A disorienting first-person puzzle-platformer that feels like navigating a beautiful, fragile dream world with unpredictable physics and a story that pulls you forward.

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What players say

Players praise VITAL's clever puzzles and unique ideas, but many find it frustrating due to its punishing difficulty: dying forces a full level restart with no checkpoint saves. Some note minimal sound design and occasional bugs, while others appreciate the challenge and mystery.

Screenshots

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