Second Chances
Deadpixel · 2025 · Turn-Based Tactics, Combat, PvE, Strategy, Action RPG
PC
Positive91% · 11
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About Second Chances
After a fatal accident, famed fantasy author Paul Kimbel awakens in Limbo—a nightmarish realm where reality and fiction intertwine. To escape, he must journey through The Void, a twisted reflection of his novels, filled with familiar faces, forgotten regrets, and deadly encounters.Second Chances is a story-driven, turn-based RPG that challenges players to think strategically. Every battle demands a unique approach—there’s no grinding, only tactical decision-making and party-building mastery. Explore a beautifully eerie world, solve intricate puzzles tied to the world’s lore, and uncover the truth behind Paul’s shattered past.
Will Paul find redemption, or will he be lost in The Void forever?
Will Paul find redemption, or will he be lost in The Void forever?
- Strategic, High-Stakes Combat – Every encounter is a unique puzzle; brute force won’t save you. Master abilities, class synergies, and positioning to survive.
- A Twisted Fantasy World – Explore an atmospheric, hand-crafted world shaped by Paul’s subconscious—where his stories and personal demons collide.
- Deep Exploration & Puzzle Solving – Study the environment, decipher lore, and solve intricate puzzles to unlock new paths and secrets.
- No Grinding, Just Strategy – Success is determined by your choices, not repetitive battles. Build a party suited for each challenge.
- A Dark & Emotional Story – Experience a gripping narrative filled with twists, moral dilemmas, and haunting revelations.
What Steam players say
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✦ AI summary
Players praise this indie RPG for its charming retro style, intimate storytelling, and well-crafted world that avoids tedious grinding while delivering emotional depth and engaging turn-based combat. However, some have encountered technical issues, including a critical bug where the teleporter sends players back to the main menu instead of progressing past the first section.
The best thing about indie games is that their story can take a more intimate, everyday tone, while also exploring some of life's frustrating complexities, while fully maintaining the creator's creative vision. Blending the familiar RPG setting as a catalyst for both story and gameplay works wonders in structuring the plot.6 found this helpful
The world is beautifully crafted, full of detail and atmosphere that pulls you right in. One of the best things is that there's no grinding you can enjoy the adventure without repetitive tasks slowing you down. It also brings back that old-school RPG charm, with classic mechanics and a nostalgic feel that fans of the genre will appreciate. If you're into story-driven RPGs with heart and depth, this is definitely one to check out.4 found this helpful
game appears to be broken because after finishing first section, teleporter returns player to main menu instead of continuing game2 found this helpful
I've played the demo and I was intrigued to learn more about the characters. The gameplay resembles retro rpg games. Big bonus: in this game death is a red head2 found this helpful
SECOND CHANCES - A PLEASANT SURPISE "Second chances" game doesn't need a second chance. It answers affirmatively to the question of whether you believe in love at first sight with a game (with people it's more complicated). By the years, as I grew up, I left behind my "gamer era", but eventually I started feeling nostaligic with this side of myself. So today I decided to search for a game to get back in touch with my inner child. I didn't want to pick a mainstream game to begin my journey as a "newborn" gamer and I preffered to give a chance to an upcoming-indie-game-developer. So I stepped into Deadpixel's first ever publication and I firmly believe that his/her piece of work can really guide the RPG based genre to the mainstream path again by keeping the roots of an authentic RPG-world building game and by adding his/her unique elements. As I wandered to the deep and spiritual world of "second chances" I experienced all kind of emotions and somehow I sympathised with the protagonist "Paul" who literally faces a Dante's inferno's like experience. I found some pieces of myself in this project and I believe a lot of people, who played the game, will identify with me. Does the…2 found this helpful
Incredible turn-based experience. Every fight feels unique and challenging, and the story really sticks with you. No grinding, no fluff—just smart design and emotional weight. One of the best strategy RPGs I’ve played in a while.2 found this helpful
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