Underplayed Gems

Dialogue Box: The Road Less Traveled (2022)

Dialogue Box: The Road Less Traveled cover
Developer
TomerSSH Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.8 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 46 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A janky, pun-filled physics adventure where clumsy controls and a deadpan voice guide you through a deliberately goofy and frustratingly charming journey.

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What players say

Players describe a difficult physics platformer where the fixed camera is both a source of frustration and a deliberate challenge. The movement mechanics are addicting and rewarding to learn, though some wish for free camera control. It is short but can be rage-inducing.

Screenshots

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