Underplayed Gems

Heroes of Shaola (2019)

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Developer
Smiling Dragon RPG Studios
Publisher
Smiling Dragon RPG Studios, Opium Pulses Entertainment
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.4 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A morally complex, narrative-driven medieval fantasy where tough choices and layered characters drive exploration and turn-based combat.

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What players say

Players praise the story's twists and multiple endings, but opinions are split on the RPG Maker presentation: some call it charming, others say the graphics and writing feel low-budget. Long cutscenes and a few bugs frustrate some, while hidden areas and replay value keep others hooked.

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