Underplayed Gems

A Book of Beasts and Buddies (2018)

A Book of Beasts and Buddies cover
Developer
Squiddershins
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Free To Play, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 408 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 37 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You flip through a friendly bestiary, meeting odd creatures in calm, gentle encounters.

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What players say

Players describe a short, adorable game about befriending beasts through interactive puzzles. The art and music are consistently praised, and many note the occasional need for a guide to figure out the correct interactions.

Screenshots

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