Underplayed Gems

Iratus: Lord of the Dead (2020)

Iratus: Lord of the Dead cover
Developer
Unfrozen
Publisher
Daedalic Entertainment
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating
4.3 of 5, 8,217 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 13 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You command a grim undead army in methodical, brutal turn-based battles, managing resources from slain foes to upgrade your forces.

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What players say

Players compare Iratus to Darkest Dungeon but find it more forgiving and simpler. The game focuses on preparing your undead squad in the lobby, while actual battles feel repetitive and samey across a campaign that takes over 100 fights to finish. Some enjoy the dark humor and combo potential, while others call it a boring clone that lacks Darkest Dungeon's tension and charm.

Screenshots

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