Underplayed Gems

Braise (2025)

Braise cover
Developer
David Musique
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A gentle, story-driven exploration through a fragile, peaceful world, solving puzzles and uncovering mysteries at a measured pace.

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What players say

Players praise Braise for its beautiful pixel art and relaxing adventure vibe, comparing it to A Short Hike. It is a short, mostly puzzle and exploration game without combat, but some find the controls awkward and the fishing hints unclear. The story ends with a "to be continued" that still feels complete.

Screenshots

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