Crookz - The Big Heist
price: $9.99
steam deck compatible: yes, but should be played on desktop
historical low: $1.00
Current best: $3.05 -69% with voucher FP15OFF at JoyBuggy
free demo available
why you should check it out:
arguably our first real hidden gem, with only ~20,000 owners on steam and originally coming out in 2015, Crookz - The Big Heist is the equivalent of taking the gameplay of a Mimimi game such as Shadow Tactics and combining it with a stealth game such as metal gear solid or thief. from my research, this game killed the developer Skilltree Studios which is a shame. check it out though if you enjoy mimimi games and/or metal gear solid
why you should NOT check it out:
kalypso drm. the dialogue can be a bit cringey in its take on 60s larger than life characters.
if you see this imagine and can immediately tell what kind of game this is, then this is for you
key features
- Diverse and thrilling Single player campaign.
- 18 extensive missions set in a colorful and stylish 70’s setting.
- Customize your gang of thieves with up to six playable characters. The powerful bruiser makes a good hatchet man, while the lockpicker is responsible for the finishing touches.
- Kit out your team with all manner of elaborate tools: like camera jammers, chloroform or explosive charges.
- Test your skills under tough conditions in Challenge Mode by unlocking new heists and competing for the ultimate highscore against other players.
- Unique gameplay mixes quick-thinking with in-depth strategy.
i think this genre is just cursed in general
uncut gems:
games that are similar and also a hidden gem
this game & every other mimimi game really deserves its own article