Underplayed Gems

Deathtrap Dungeon: The Interactive Video Adventure (2020)

Deathtrap Dungeon: The Interactive Video Adventure cover
Developer
Branching Narrative Ltd
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Casual, RPG
Rating
4.5 of 5, 186 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

Feels like watching a storyteller narrate a fantasy adventure book where you occasionally pick the next twist.

interactive storytellingnarrative-drivenchoose-your-own-adventurefantasyatmosphericmodest pacingcasualvoice acted

What players say

Players praise Eddie Marsan's narration and the faithful adaptation of the Fighting Fantasy book, but many warn that the original's punishing design means random choices often lead to instant death, making it frustrating. The game is best for those nostalgic for choose-your-own-adventure books.

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