Underplayed Gems

Ikuma: The Frozen Compass (2026)

Ikuma: The Frozen Compass cover
Developer
Mooneye Studios
Platforms
Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A slow, atmospheric survival narrative set in the frozen Arctic, balancing moments of haunting tension with quiet companionship alongside a dog.

coldhauntingnarrative-drivencozy but tensesurvival journeyatmosphericmoderate difficulty

About

Embark on a haunting journey into the cold in this narrative adventure - either alone or with a friend. IKUMA tells the story of Sam, a teenage boy who finds himself stranded in the Arctic with his dog. He must face not only its harsh environment, but also something lurking deeper in the shadows.

Trailer

Screenshots

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