Underplayed Gems

Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands (2023)

Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands cover
Developer
Deathbulge, Five Houses LLC
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.9 of 5, 694 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 19 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A bright, cartoonish turn-based RPG with a comedic, music-infused feel and lighthearted combat.

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What players say

Players praise the unique twist on turn-based combat and the consistently funny writing, with many saying the game gets better after a slow start. The soundtrack and art style are highlights, and while the core game is 16-25 hours, some wish the level cap allowed more time with side content.

Screenshots

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