Overlooting

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Overlooting is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Posing Possums and was released on September 1, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Overlooting is a single-player fantasy RPG where you join a diverse team to defeat a dark corruption spreading across the world. Focus on looting equipment sets to unlock powerful bonuses and customize your playstyle with a dynamic skill tree that changes each run. Face challenging bosses at the end of each region and strategize wisely to overcome them.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 534 reviews

gameplay27 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a solid gameplay loop with a satisfying mix of loot collection and strategy, making it addictive and fun.
The mechanics are easy to learn but provide depth, allowing for various builds and synergies that keep each run feeling fresh.
The pixel art style and overall presentation are charming, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.

The game suffers from significant RNG issues, where luck heavily influences the outcome of runs, leading to frustration when runs are cut short due to bad drops.
Balancing is a major concern, as certain builds and sets are far more viable than others, making the game feel repetitive and limiting player choice.
The lack of meaningful meta-progression and the inability to influence loot drops can make the game feel grindy and unfulfilling over time.

gameplay
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
56%
4%
The gameplay is characterized by a solid and addictive loop, featuring simple mechanics that are easy to learn yet offer strategic depth through unique interactions and item combinations. However, many players noted that the reliance on RNG can lead to frustration, and the gameplay may become repetitive after a few runs, with some suggesting a need for more content and challenge modes to enhance longevity. Overall, while the core gameplay is enjoyable and engaging, it risks becoming stale without additional updates or variety.
- “Many of its mechanics are very unique, yet not too complex to learn.”
- “The gameplay loop seems simple, but it gets complicated quickly.”
- “The builds are varied and interesting, the gameplay is challenging and rewarding.”
- “For $5 it might be worth the price, but the gameplay loop is just kind of dull after a while.”
- “If you have the money, buy it, play one or two runs and refund it, because you're probably going to be able to beat it once, and if you've beaten it once, there's no reason to play it anymore; the gameplay loop is not good.”
- “There isn't much depth to the gameplay, and upgrading items barely gives them a stat bump.”
replayability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
48%
10%
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its addictive nature and variety in playstyles due to different characters and skills, while others criticize it for lacking meaningful content and variety after completing the game. Many reviews highlight that while it offers enjoyable runs and some replay value, it ultimately falls short of providing long-term engagement, especially once the main objectives are achieved. Overall, the game is fun for short sessions but may not sustain interest for extended play.
- “It's got some luck, some strategy, some neat skills and a lot of replay value.”
- “It also means that no two runs play out exactly the same, which gives the game significant replay value.”
- “Addictive and has a lot of replay value.”
- “Great game to sit down and play for hours, run after run, although once you beat the game fully there is little replay value.”
- “The replayability is also highly lacking, even with achievements to go, it is a slog to want to play more.”
- “Low replayability: once you beat the game, you’ve basically seen everything; unlocks add almost nothing meaningful.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The graphics of "Overlooting" feature a charming pixel art style that is both cute and quirky, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While the visuals are simple, they are well-executed and contribute to the game's entertaining and engaging atmosphere. Players appreciate the clear UI and the smooth performance, which together create a delightful aesthetic that complements the loot-driven mechanics.
- “The pixel art aesthetic is charming, the UI is suitably clear, and everything runs smoothly.”
- “The art style is quirky and full of personality, the mechanics are easy to learn but surprisingly deep, and the sheer volume of loot you can collect, combine, and chaosify is ridiculous in the best way.”
- “The graphics are nice and every bit of equipment is represented on your character.”
- “Simple graphics and music.”
- “But overall cute graphics must have for this price!”
- “It doesn’t need flashy graphics to make you care — that polish in gameplay is there.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it enjoyable and fitting the game's tone, despite some noting its repetitive nature. The soundtrack effectively supports the overall mood without being intrusive, complementing the cute graphics and character design. Overall, the audio design is modest yet effective, enhancing the gaming experience.
- “The music is neat, the graphics are cute and made with love.”
- “Great soundtrack and visuals as well!”
- “The soundtrack is on the repetitive side, but never in a way that becomes annoying.”
- “The soundtrack and audio design are modest but effective, supporting the mood without drawing too much attention.”
- “Simple graphics and music.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The game's story is generally considered shallow and brief, with players expressing a desire for more depth and variety. While the main narrative can be completed in about an hour to an hour and a half, the focus is primarily on gameplay mechanics like looting and building rather than storytelling. Overall, the lack of a compelling narrative has left some players wanting more.
- “Is it a masterwork of story and variety?”
- “It's not a super deep game; a run takes about an hour to an hour and a half, and there isn't much story to follow. However, I should stress again that the fun is more in the looting and building.”
- “Great game, just wish there was more of a story.”
- “Game's pretty short (even with endless mode, which just repeats the main story).”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the hilarious pirate class and the chaotic, entertaining nature of the gameplay. Many find the experience consistently funny and unique, making each round feel fresh and enjoyable.
- “The pirate class is also hilarious and very strong.”
- “"A chaotic, hilarious loot-fest in the best way possible."”
- “- Amazing and funny - and most importantly: almost every round is different (which is rare for an in-game experience).”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be manageable, with some noting it can become tedious over time. However, the inventory-management mechanics and the ability to quickly return to previous points after dying help mitigate the grind, making it feel less burdensome. Overall, while grinding exists, it is not overwhelmingly negative for most players.
- “Not really, it becomes tedious after a while.”
- “Took me three tries at that difficulty, so it's not like I did a ton of grinding for it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game features a charming pixel art aesthetic and smooth performance, with a clear user interface that enhances the experience. While it runs well overall, some users noted that text size and certain UI elements could be better optimized for Steam Deck support. Major bugs have not been reported, contributing to a generally positive optimization experience.
- “What starts as a deceptively simple loop quickly becomes an endlessly compelling cycle of experimentation, optimization, and pure dopamine.”
- “The pixel art aesthetic is charming, the UI is suitably clear, and everything runs smoothly.”
- “Performance has been smooth, and I haven't run into any major bugs so far.”
- “Steam Deck support is playable, though there are notes about small text and some UI elements that could be more optimized.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game's stability is compromised by a buggy inventory system and unclear interface, which leads to confusion regarding combo effects that often fail to trigger. This lack of clarity detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The inventory is buggy as well.”
- “The simplistic interface works for basic attack and defense, but when you do get the interesting combo effects, it's just not clear what's happening, which obscures the fact that certain combos seem to be buggy and just do not trigger.”