Underplayed Gems

JudgeSim (2024)

JudgeSim cover
Developer
DelusionArt Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.2 of 5, 1,395 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

You methodically read cases and weigh evidence under increasing pressure from bribes and threats, making tense moral choices that feel dirty.

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What players say

Players say JudgeSim is a decent, if short, judge simulator with cute art and simple click-based gameplay. The writing is often criticized for poor translations and swapped pronouns, but many find it fun for a few hours at the low price point.

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