Underplayed Gems

Whelm (2025)

Whelm cover
Developer
Lesser Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Early Access
Rating
5.0 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A quiet, unfinished island where you wander rescuing fish and collecting hats at your own slow pace.

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What players say

Players adore the cute penguin and physics-based movement but note the world is sparse, reflecting an early build. The developer warns the game was rushed into early access and recommends waiting until January for the first big update.

Screenshots

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