Underplayed Gems

I See Red (2022)

I See Red cover
Developer
Whiteboard Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 128 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced twin-stick shooter where you die often, return as a clone, and steadily grow stronger while unleashing fury with a grappling hook against dark sci-fi backdrops.

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What players say

Players are split on the grappling hook: some love it, others say it's unreliable and grabs the wrong thing. Most praise the striking red-and-black art style and the soundtrack. The silent story is called surprisingly effective by some. Late-game runs become a slog because enemies are damage sponges and rooms swarm. A few players report the game won't launch or gets stuck.

Screenshots

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