Unexplored (2017) · Tastebuds

Unexplored is an accessible yet challenging roguelite action rpg, featuring a fantastic level generator, and a surprising amount of content and depth. Explore dangerous dungeons, solve mysterious puzzles and engage hundreds of foes, big and small, in intense melee combat.

Puzzle Role-playing (RPG)Simulator Adventure Indie Action Stealth bloody roguelike procedural generation action-adventure steam achievements steam trading cards snow steam achievements single-player only steam cloudPlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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Nintendo LifeDom Reseigh-LincolnAug 20188/10
While its overly simplistic art style isn't going to linger long in the memory, Unexplored's unusual approach to balancing combat and map generation certainly will. There's very little story here to be had, but like any great dungeon crawler, the real adventure is the one you write yourself. With plenty of scope for weaponsmithing and all plenty of permanent perks to unlock to help negate the sting of its permadeath, Unexplored: Unlocked Edition offers danger and delight in equal measure.
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Games XtremeSara BoardmanMar 2017
Unexplored harnesses quite a bit of random generation and really makes it work for it. The dungeons are fresh and new every time, the puzzles shift and keep you on your toes. It's also worth a mention that aside from the main game, you have the option to play weekly and daily dungeons, which if you're a daily monster like I am, is incredibly fun to have at hand. It keeps it new and addicting, something that I think is a must with this type of game.
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PS4Blog.netAug 20187.5/10
I really liked Unexplored: Unlocked Edition. Its minimalist art style was a refreshing choice for the game. Combat was varied and fun as I tried to always stay one step ahead of my enemies to keep them from overwhelming me. If you like the roguelite/roguelike releases, then you're going to have a lot of fun with this one.
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Cubed3Renan FontesOct 20184/10
With gameplay best suited for a mouse and keyboard, a frankly unflattering aesthetic, and truly dreadful presentation, Unexplored: Unlocked Edition comes off mostly unengaging. To put it bluntly, the core gameplay loop simply isn't strong enough to carry a procedurally generated adventure. On top of that, the procedural generation, while fairly extensive and capable of leading to genuinely unique sessions with each playthrough, isn't enough to make up for how lacklustre Unexplored feels overall.
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Pure NintendoRachel PoliAug 20185/10
Unexplored: Unlocked Edition is a pretty fun game. It's a unique twist on a dungeon exploration game. However, there's a lot to learn and the controls aren't always easy making the gameplay frustrating at times.
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About the game

Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Ludomotion, Nephilim Game Studios
Publisher: Ludomotion, Digerati Distribution
Released: February 22, 2017
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Engine: FNA

IGDB rating 8.0/10 from 3 ratings.

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