Underplayed Gems

Dark Bestiary (2020)

Dark Bestiary cover
Developer
Qd
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.5 of 5, 524 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A methodical turn-based tactical RPG focused on deep combat customization and loot progression, with minimal narrative.

turn-basedstrategictacticalcustomizablechallengingdark fantasyloot-drivenrepetitive

What players say

Players warn the game is abandoned and incomplete, with no updates for years. Combat is grindy and repetitive, and there is no tutorial, making it hard to get started. The campaign is short and can be finished in a weekend, but endgame content feels hollow. A few players still find it fun for a simple tactics game, but many are frustrated by the lack of polish and QoL.

Screenshots

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