Underplayed Gems

Chronoquartz (2025)

Chronoquartz cover
Developer
Infinite Stairs
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.9 of 5, 500 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a tense, strategic puzzle adventure where every turn matters and you must carefully plan your actions within a time loop to progress

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What players say

Players praise the clever ten-room loop mechanic and well-designed knowledge locks. The game is linear rather than fully open, and many enjoy how the puzzles build toward a satisfying reveal. A few note that some puzzles feel detached from the story and that the true ending is a chore.

Screenshots

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