Underplayed Gems

Inscryption (2021)

Inscryption cover
Developer
Daniel Mullins Games
Publisher
Devolver Digital
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.8 of 5, 146,835 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 17 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Playing Inscryption feels like being trapped in a dark, surreal game of cards where the line between game and reality keeps dissolving around you.

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What players say

Players call Inscryption a genre-blending card game best experienced without spoilers. They praise Act 1's atmosphere and tight gameplay, but opinions split on Acts 2 and 3. Many appreciate the Kaycee's Mod for extra challenge. The game blends psychological horror with meta elements, comparing it to games like Outer Wilds and Dredge.

Screenshots

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