Underplayed Gems

Ad Fundum (2024)

Ad Fundum cover
Developer
Oldbut Gold
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
4.6 of 5, 520 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

Drilling deep underground in a giant mech feels methodical and calm, with a touch of wonder as you build and customize your base between expeditions.

relaxingexplorationbase-buildingcustomizationproceduralsteampunkatmosphericcasual

What players say

Players call it a modern take on Mother Load, praising the progression loop and the 'one more run' pull. However, some find the controls frustrating, and multiple reviewers report save-corrupting bugs that made them lose progress.

Screenshots

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