Underplayed Gems

Dreadborne Dungeon (2025)

Dreadborne Dungeon cover
Developer
Encek Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 24 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A tense pixel-art dungeon crawl that demands careful positioning and quick reflexes in a dark, retro-inspired world.

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What players say

Players praise the oppressive atmosphere and challenging old-school combat but note the game is short. Many describe it as a souls-like shooter with brutal traps and cramped dark corridors. Some find the difficulty frustrating, especially the spike traps and ambush spawns, while others enjoy the fair challenge.

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