Underplayed Gems

DROD: Gunthro and the Epic Blunder (2016)

DROD: Gunthro and the Epic Blunder cover
Developer
Caravel Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.7 of 5, 197 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 33 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical turn-based puzzle crawl where each room is a carefully crafted logic puzzle that demands thoughtful planning and precise moves.

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What players say

Players call DROD one of the best puzzle series they have ever played, with unique mechanics that feel fresh despite the series' age. It offers hundreds of hours of content across official DLCs and a huge user-made level collection, though a few puzzles and the secret-room hunting can feel tedious. The game saves after every move, making it easy to play in short bursts.

Screenshots

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