Underplayed Gems

Bulb Boy 2: Jar of Despair (2025)

Bulb Boy 2: Jar of Despair cover
Developer
Bulbware
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 53 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A mischievous and eerie adventure with lighthearted horror and quirky puzzles.

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What players say

Players praise the cute-grotesque art style and say the sequel is more colorful than the monochrome original. The game is short, about 2 hours, and puzzles are mostly easy though a few use trial and error. A common complaint is an action-based boss fight near the end that feels out of place and has awkward controls.

Screenshots

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