Underplayed Gems

FORCED SHOWDOWN (2016)

FORCED SHOWDOWN cover
Developer
BetaDwarf
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.2 of 5, 677 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a frantic arcade-style brawler with deckbuilding that keeps every run feeling fresh and relentless.

fast-pacedrepetitivechaoticarcade-likechallengingvariedstrategicaction-packed

What players say

Players praise the unique mix of twin-stick action, roguelite progression, and deck-building, calling it ahead of its time for genre blending. However, many find the content repetitive after a few hours, and the card system is too RNG-dependent. Technical issues like crashes and a lack of multiplayer are noted, though the core gameplay loop remains fun for short sessions.

Screenshots

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