Underplayed Gems

Brutal Orchestra (2021)

Brutal Orchestra cover
Developer
Talia bob Mair, Nicolás Delgado
Publisher
Hellbent Games
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.9 of 5, 2,064 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 16 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A whimsically grotesque turn-based tactical roguelike where clownish charm clashes with brutal permadeath.

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What players say

Players praise the strategic depth of its pigment-based combat and tactical positioning, but some find the puzzle-like progression repetitive. The grotesque, hand-drawn art and surprisingly emotional story are frequently highlighted, though narrative payoff diminishes on repeat runs.

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