Underplayed Gems

Doctor Arcana and The Secret of Shadowspire (2024)

Doctor Arcana and The Secret of Shadowspire cover
Developer
Monolith Graphics, The Hideout
Publisher
Monolith Graphics
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, cerebral point-and-click adventure where you explore a dark castle's crypts and halls, solving puzzles while feeling the weight of gothic mystery.

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What players say

Players praise the gothic atmosphere and puzzle design, which ranges from straightforward to diabolically hard. The sequel is more linear than its predecessor with less backtracking, though some wished it lasted longer.

Screenshots

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