Underplayed Gems

8-Colors Star Guardians + (2023)

8-Colors Star Guardians + cover
Developer
Andrea Demetrio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 85 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A lightweight and affectionate tribute to tokusatsu with turn-based tactical combat, colorful pixel art, and a touch of dysfunctional team banter.

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What players say

Players describe it as a puzzle game disguised as a JRPG, with no leveling or gear and only boss fights to figure out in a Megaman-style order. The story and writing get consistent praise, especially the all-female cast and their interactions, though some find the last few bosses frustrating without hints.

Screenshots

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This page is from Underplayed Gems, a catalog of older and overlooked games. Not quite it? You can browse by platform and genre, or take this one into the 3D catalog and ask the Catbot for something closer.