Underplayed Gems

Aether (2023)

Aether cover
Developer
ORYgames
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating
4.3 of 5, 22 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 46 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A fast-paced top-down roguelite where you dash through procedurally generated dungeons, slinging magic spells in bullet-hell battles that demand quick aim and tactical decisions.

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What players say

Players see a promising early-access roguelike with a unique elemental skill system, but many call it barebones and note the UI is clunky. It feels like a budget Risk of Rain or Wizard of Legend, with split opinions on whether the difficulty is fair or frustrating.

Screenshots

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