Graveyard Keeper (2018)

Developer: Lazy Bear Games
Publisher: tinyBuild
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 54,291 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 31 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A comically grim medieval management sim where you juggle graveyard upkeep, ethical shortcuts, and capitalist hustle with a darkly humorous tone.

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What players say

Players praise the dark humor and unique graveyard management concept, but many say the lack of tutorials and grindy progression make the first hours frustrating. Some find the DLCs essential for a complete experience, while the ending is widely called abysmal.

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