Nepenthe is a Action, Adventure, RPG game from Yitz with a 94% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by single-player.
Game snapshot
- Developer
- Yitz
- Release year
- 2018
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- $4.99
- Review signal
- 94% positive
Screenshots
System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- OS: anything made in the last decade
Processor: one that works
Memory: 490 MB RAM
Graphics: a toaster – you really shouldn't have trouble
Sound Card: yes.
Additional Notes: make sure your computer is on
macOS
- Minimum
- OS: anything your grandmother didn't own when she was a kid
Processor: needs to exist
Memory: 480 MB RAM
Graphics: not too gory, kids play this
Sound Card: one that makes sound
Additional Notes: remember that you are a wonderful person and I love you
Linux
- Minimum
- OS: anything made in the last decade
Processor: A small rock covered in tin foil should do
Memory: 500 MB RAM
Graphics: a sink – this is an RPG Maker game for goodness' sake
Sound Card: yee
Additional Notes: Why are you gaming on Linux?
From Steam reviews
Review notes
Nepenthe is worth a closer look if you want hand-drawn, exploration, short game, and replayable.
Best for players who want hand-drawn, emotional story, chaotic fun, and exploration.
hand-drawn
SettingThe look is closer to illustration than generic 3D assets.
exploration
Play styleThe draw is moving through spaces, discovering details, and learning the world.
short-game
PacingIt is better understood as a compact experience than a long hobby game.
replayable
FitThe structure gives reasons to return rather than finish once.
rhythm
Play styleTiming actions to music or rhythm is part of the hook.
emotional-story
ToneThe story is framed as affecting rather than just plot-heavy.
chaotic-fun
ToneThe appeal is messy, funny, and unpredictable rather than polished calm.
controller-friendly
FitController, gamepad, or Steam Deck play comes up as a plus.
Steam review snapshots
+ I really loved the hand-drawn artwork in this game.[h1]Nepenthe[/h1] Taking cues from the ever-popular cult hits Undertale and Yume Nikki in its abstract exploration, but also heavily rooted in DIY…With a clever little dodge'emup mini-game to represent your actions in battle you will physically dodge your enemy in an arcade mini-game…You'll get something a bit different than a cookie cutter rpg maker game with this one and a nice amount of replay…Why it fits
Check it if you want action, adventure filtered by single-player.
Who might skip it
Research further on Steam if you need verified accessibility details, exact playtime, or current system requirements.