Underplayed Gems

Duel on Board (2021)

Duel on Board cover
Developer
rebel rabbit
Publisher
indienova
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 28 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 55 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, cartoonish pirate brawl where two players jostle for a beer keg on a rocking ship, with simple retro visuals and chaotic local multiplayer action.

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What players say

Players say this is a local multiplayer duel game that shines when played with a friend. The pixel art pirate aesthetic is charming, and the mini-games mix reaction tests with tense mind games. Some wish for online matchmaking, but remote play fills the gap. The co-op mode stands out as a hidden strength.

Screenshots

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