Underplayed Gems

Cryptic Escape (2024)

Cryptic Escape cover
Developer
LionEY Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action
Rating
5.0 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 27 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You sneak through pixel-art dungeons in a tense cat-and-mouse game, where every step could mean losing your treasure to unseen monsters.

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What players say

Players describe it as a simple but addictive roguelike where you follow a compass to find keys while gathering loot. The pixel art and soundtrack are praised, and while the meta progression is heavy, runs are short and the difficulty feels fair.

Screenshots

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