Underplayed Gems

Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass (2018)

Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass cover
Developer
Kasey Ozymy
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 585 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 44 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A dreamlike JRPG that balances childlike wonder with unsettling psychological horror, driven by a pixel-art aesthetic and a quirky, humorous tone.

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What players say

Players praise this as a polished, challenging RPG that blends cheerful surfaces with darker themes. The music stands out, and while the game can be grindy, adjustable difficulty settings help. Some compare it favorably to Earthbound and Undertale, but say it has its own identity.

Trailer

Screenshots

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