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Should you play it?
Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.
What works
- Engaging tactical combat
- Atmospheric steampunk setting
- Challenging puzzles and secrets
- Meaningful character progression
- Good story and voice acting
Things to keep in mind
- Some puzzles and secrets can be frustrating
- Combat can be punishing and grindy
- Limited enemy variety
- Dark visuals make secrets hard to find
- No multiplayer or social features
What to play next
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Last update: 17/09/2026