Underplayed Gems

HEARTBEAT (2018)

HEARTBEAT cover
Developer
CHUMBOSOFT LLC
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.2 of 5, 624 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A top-down RPG with a calm surface hiding an undercurrent of unease, where you explore a recovering world with turn-based combat and creature collecting.

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What players say

Players are split: many condemn the game for its developer's transphobic views, saying the queer-friendly facade feels disingenuous. Others praise the cute pixel art and rhythm-based battle system, but even supporters note the story is shallow and gameplay becomes repetitive.

Trailer

Screenshots

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