Underplayed Gems

Airhead (2024)

Airhead cover
Developer
Octato, Massive Miniteam
Publisher
HandyGames
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 61 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a tense, slow-burn race against time as you navigate a dark, surreal interconnected world, managing air to keep your inflatable head alive while solving intricate puzzles.

puzzle-platformeratmosphericsurrealemotionaldifficultmetroidvaniadarkmysterious

What players say

Players admire the art and puzzle design but warn about softlocks and janky physics. The air timer creates tension while exploring, and the game is more a linear puzzle platformer than a true metroidvania. Some compare it to INSIDE, though opinions split on whether the air timer adds challenge or frustration.

Trailer

Screenshots

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