Underplayed Gems

Grumpy Jack (2026)

Grumpy Jack cover
Developer
VP Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG
Rating
4.8 of 5, 24 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a fast-paced bullethell RPG set in a whimsical hand-crafted Halloween world

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What players say

Players praise this as a short, fun top-down metroidvania that takes about 1.5 to 3 hours to complete. The hand-drawn art and zelda-like exploration get consistent compliments, and the boss fights are described as challenging but fair. Many note that its length and low price make it a great pick for a single sitting.

Screenshots

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