Underplayed Gems

Daily Chthonicle: Editor's Edition (2016)

Daily Chthonicle: Editor's Edition cover
Developer
Sinister Systems
Publisher
Sometimes You
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating
3.7 of 5, 170 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Playing feels like directing a noir detective agency in a Lovecraftian town, where every investigation drips with dread and moral ambiguity.

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What players say

Players say the game has a rough interface and dated presentation, but once you push past the steep learning curve, the mix of resource management and supernatural investigation becomes rewarding. Many compare it to a budget-friendly, single-player version of Arkham Horror.

Screenshots

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