Underplayed Gems

Cyrano (2025)

Cyrano cover
Developer
Popcannibal
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.0 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A brisk, theatrical blend of wordplay and turn-based combat that feels like performing a witty, tragic romance on a stage.

theatricalwittyromanticstrategicdramaticshortclassic inspired

What players say

Players praise the story and letter-writing system but widely criticize the poor combat balance, which feels misaligned and can lead to unwinnable states. The game is very short, around 30 to 60 minutes, and opinions split on whether the combat adds or detracts.

Screenshots

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