Underplayed Gems

Cosmic: A Journey Among Shadows (2025)

Cosmic: A Journey Among Shadows cover
Developer
King's Pleasure
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.5 of 5, 27 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A cautious trek through a vibrant but dangerous realm, blending cute characters with grim secrets and light-based platforming.

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What players say

Players praise the art style, atmosphere, and unique light-based combat gimmick, but many find the combat clunky, platforming tedious and checkpoint spacing frustrating. Bugs, especially game-breaking ones in early access, are a common complaint, and players are split on whether the challenge is fair or aggravating.

Screenshots

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