Underplayed Gems

Yarn Guardians (2025)

Yarn Guardians cover

Developer: pentapaw studios
Publisher: Bold Head Interactive
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 27 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A frantic, fast-paced 2D action game that blends exploration with twin-stick shooting and arcade-style combat.

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Trailer

Screenshots

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