Deep Rune

Solid game about resource management and planning. Not quite as difficult or as large in scale to Mythbearer (Dev's previous game of the same genre) but that increased leeway and multiple characters allow for a lot more replayability than Mythbearer. Also a lot more secrets in this game. Would recommend.

A great strategy/rpg game about surviving with limited resources. It's short but very satisfying. Another positive aspect is the sfx/music which creates a grim atmosphere.

Well, this was a pleasant surprise! Deep Rune could best be described as a grid-based traditional roguelike, but presented as a 2D side-scroller. Movement effectively occurs on a grid, and actions are turn-based, rather than real-time. Other traditional roguelike conventions are also found here, including equipment-swapping, secret-uncovering, map clearance, and the like. Some light puzzle mechanics are involved here as well - you'll need to optimize your moves, attacks, items, spells, and money to get the best result from limited resources. Thankfully, the game is relatively forgiving, to a point: you're given the option to retry a room upon dying or respawning entirely, which replenishes your health. However, you're only allowed to respawn 10 times, and after that, you're on your own to see if you can progress further. It's well-designed and engaging overall. I will say that replayability is probably quite limited here, given that the map is static, so after your first playthrough you'll have a good idea what route to take on each successive attempt. Some character classes spice things up a bit, but a little randomization or procedural generation would go a long way here. For a couple bucks, absolutely worth your time. Find more reviews and recommendations on my Steam Curator page, Indie Infinitesimal: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/41769714/