Underplayed Gems

Wastelander (2024)

Wastelander cover
Developer
Appstronaut Studios
Genres
Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.5 of 5, 38 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a tense, methodical puzzle of survival where every scrap and choice matters in a harsh, procedurally generated wasteland

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What players say

Players describe it as a puzzle-colony hybrid that can be surprisingly difficult, especially on harder settings where many decisions turn out wrong. The daily challenge with a leaderboard and random unlocks keep it replayable. Some find the visuals and music lacking, and a few mention bugs that can break a run.

Trailer

Screenshots

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