Underplayed Gems

Hard to Be a God (2015)

Hard to Be a God cover
Developer
Burut CT
Publisher
Akella
Platforms
Windows
Genres
RPG
Rating
4.2 of 5, 135 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 17 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn, dialogue-heavy role-playing game where you navigate a medieval society as a superhuman agent, blending stealth and diplomacy with a restrained, atmospheric feel.

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What players say

Players are split on this old-school RPG. Nostalgic fans praise its unique world and story, but most agree combat is clunky and frustrating, with many turned away by dated mechanics and poor translation.

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