Underplayed Gems

Hinterland (2008)

Hinterland cover
Developer
Tilted Mill Entertainment, Inc.
Genres
RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 256 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A relentlessly tough fantasy management sim where every decision carries weight and survival is a constant struggle.

strategicchallengingmanagement intensivefantasypunishingdark fantasyinvolves micromanagementdifficult

What players say

Players love the unusual mix of town management and diablo-like combat, calling it a hidden classic that scratches a unique itch. The controls are rough and balance is off, but the ability to hatch and use dragon eggs in your army keeps people coming back. Most finish in 5 to 10 hours and wish for a more polished successor.

Screenshots

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