Underplayed Gems

Watcher Chronicles (2022)

Watcher Chronicles cover
Developer
Third Sphere Game Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.3 of 5, 172 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 12 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A punishing but fair souls-like action RPG with tight, skill-based combat and a dark fantasy atmosphere, designed for both solo and local co-op play.

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What players say

Players describe it as a straightforward 2D souls-like with serviceable parry-focused combat and lots of weapons and armor. The game is relatively easy for souls veterans but can be brutal due to enemy placement and instant-death pits. Some note it resembles older flash games, while others praise its linear level design and local co-op option.

Screenshots

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