In Search of Fon Vitae (2021)

Developer: Earlgrey
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 42 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A top-down pixel art roguelike where you sail between islands, manage a crew, and delve into dungeons in search of a legendary relic, with permanent death adding tension to each voyage.

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What players say

Players enjoy the pirate roguelike loop and the ship hub, but some find the solo combat clunky and wish for co-op. Reviews are split between praise for the chill grind and criticism of early access roughness.

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