Underplayed Gems

Inkshade (2025)

Inkshade cover
Developer
Studio Vezelle
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.4 of 5, 625 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A contemplative, strategic journey through a mysterious board game world where careful decision-making guides your captain towards an elusive abyss.

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What players say

Players compare it to Inscryption, praising the tactical combat and puzzle-rich storytelling. The campaign is short and some wish there was more content after the finale. A few find the narrator obtrusive and the combat shallow, while others love the minimal RNG and clean Steam Deck performance.

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Screenshots

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