Underplayed Gems

Kavel (2021)

Kavel cover
Developer
Jerry Verhoeven
Publisher
Daring Caper
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual
Rating
5.0 of 5, 17 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

a laid-back yet engaging puzzle experience where you casually rotate and drag colorful Tetromino-like blocks to form matches, watching the score climb without pressure.

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What players say

Players describe Kavel as a relaxing and chill puzzle game that blends Tetris shapes with match-4 mechanics, though some find it too easy in casual and zen modes. The bomb chain reactions add satisfying depth, but mouse-based drag-and-drop controls feel cumbersome compared to keyboard options.

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