Underplayed Gems

eversion (2010)

eversion cover
Developer
Zaratustra Productions
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 1,346 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A seemingly cute and colorful 2D platformer that gradually reveals a dark, Lovecraftian horror beneath the surface, creating a tense and unsettling experience.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short, charming platformer with a core conceit of descending from cute to horror. They say the platforming is brutally unforgiving and the full ending takes only 2-3 hours. Some note it was influential as an early indie game but feels dated as of 2026.

Screenshots

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