Underplayed Gems

Alchemist's Alcove (2026)

Alchemist's Alcove cover
Developer
Nefarious Brew Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.8 of 5, 43 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Feels like exploring a cryptic, handcrafted world where every move requires careful thought.

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What players say

Players praise the sense of discovery from experimenting with recipes and the satisfying feeling of breaking the game with clever combos. The game is more accessible than traditional roguelikes, though some find the progression too random or certain spells useless. The developer is described as very responsive to feedback.

Screenshots

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