C:\raft (2017)

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Developer: Nicholas Hydock
Publisher: Luna.red
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating: 2.8 of 5, 32 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quirky and self-deprecating dungeon-crawling experience where you're roped into a crafting quest by a dismissive goddess, exploring procedurally generated maps with a lighthearted, memetic tone.

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What players say

Players love the quirky file-scanning dungeon gimmick and the one-bit retro aesthetic, but they are split on the experience. Many find the menu-driven interface and cryptic controls impenetrable without a tutorial, and the difficulty feels punishing rather than rewarding, especially given random crashes.

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