Underplayed Gems

holedown (2020)

holedown cover
Developer
grapefrukt games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 58 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A mesmerizing, thoughtful block-breaking puzzle where you carefully aim each shot and watch the balls tumble deeper underground.

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What players say

Players praise the polished presentation and satisfying core loop, but many feel the game is too short and lacks meaningful variety in upgrades or mechanics. Opinions split on value: some describe it as a perfect casual time-waster, while others find it grindy and overpriced given the limited content beyond a few hours.

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