Underplayed Gems

Causal Nexus (2022)

Causal Nexus cover
Developer
Impeyron Games
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.3 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced arcade shooter where you chain custom abilities in procedurally generated waves, dying often to experiment with builds.

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What players say

Players say Causal Nexus has deep, creative combo mechanics but a steep learning curve. The tutorial is widely criticized as confusing, and the game demands patience and experimentation before it clicks. Once mastered, the arcade-style action becomes rewarding.

Screenshots

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