Underplayed Gems

Children of the Sun (2024)

Children of the Sun cover
Developer
René Rother
Publisher
Devolver Digital
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.6 of 5, 2,247 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You guide a single bullet through dark, tactical puzzles where every shot must be ruthless and precise against a cult.

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What players say

Players describe a stylish puzzle shooter where you chain kills in one bullet. The game is short at about 5 hours, with instant restarts that encourage trial and error. Opinions split on the story, which some call a nothingburger while others praise the dark vibes. A few report a nausea-inducing visual filter and a glitchy level at high frame rates.

Screenshots

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