Underplayed Gems

FIENDRISE (2025)

FIENDRISE cover
Developer
starea
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG
Rating
5.0 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, fast-paced hack-and-slash bullet hell where you slay demon hordes in short, permadeath runs.

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What players say

Players say the early runs are slow and difficult until unlocks kick in, then the game clicks with satisfying item synergies and a chaotic late game. The exploration rewards permanent upgrades and the music gets praise, though some find the upgrade pace a bit slow.

Screenshots

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