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Xploquest (2017)

Xploquest cover
Developer
Jean-Sébastien Nouveau
Publisher
33 Production
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, RPG
Rating
4.1 of 5, 46 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A low-budget, self-aware adventure RPG that feels like a quirky, retro-styled romp with a tongue-in-cheek attitude about its own simplicity.

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What players say

Players describe it as a free, stripped-down RPG that focuses on core leveling and combat, often comparing it to 1980s games. It is short, around 3 to 8 hours, with no story and simple click-based movement. Some find the combat repetitive and wish for keyboard controls, while others appreciate the straightforward progression and lack of bugs.

Screenshots

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