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Uncover dark secrets in Chernobylite Enhanced Edition, a survival horror RPG set in Chernobyl's exclusion zone. As Igor, you'll search for your lost fiancee while battling supernatural foes and enduring a harsh environment. Your decisions shape the engrossing story. With stunning visuals, intelligent AI opponents, and non-linear storytelling, can you survive the chilling truth?
What we like:
Original content with strong worldbuilding
Gorgeous environments with immersive atmosphere
Engrossing story with compelling characters
Variety of missions and intelligent AI opponents
Impressive implementation of non-linear storytelling
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No Man's Sky is a massive universe-sim sandbox experience that lets you explore an infinite number of planets with unique lifeforms and environments. Upgrade your ship and suit for survival and choose your own path - whether you want to be a trader, fighter, or explorer. The game offers great graphics and good VR support with the ability to play with friends and share your discoveries.
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Plunge into Subnautica's alien ocean world, where survival hinges on your ability to adapt. Build, explore, and unravel mysteries in a breathtaking underwater realm. It's not just a game—it's an odyssey beneath the waves that will test your instincts and dazzle your senses.
What we like:
Gorgeous, immersive environments
Deep crafting and base-building
Compelling exploration and discovery
Rich storyline and world-building
Dynamic sound design enhancing atmosphere
What could be improved:
Occasional performance dips in deep areas
Limited inventory space can frustrate resource management
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Space Engineers is a sandbox game about engineering, construction, exploration and survival in space and on planets. Players build space ships, space stations, planetary outposts of various sizes and uses, pilot ships and travel through space to explore planets and gather resources to survive.
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Step back in time with Medieval Dynasty, where you rise from a survivor to a ruler in a rich, medieval world. Build your settlement from the ground up, navigate through engaging quests, and forge a thriving dynasty. Immerse yourself in lush, changing landscapes and face the challenges of the seasons. With deep crafting and building mechanics, every decision shapes your legacy. Are you ready to leave your mark on history?
What we like:
Deep and rewarding building and crafting system
Engaging main questline with unexpected twists
Beautiful, changing environments offer a dynamic setting
Customizable gameplay pace and difficulty
Offers a unique blend of survival, crafting, and town management
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DYSMANTLE is a post-apocalyptic open-world game where you explore a world inhabited by nasty and vile creatures. Craft permanent weapons, tools, outfits, and trinkets, farm plants, cook delicious recipes, and solve puzzles to gain upgrades. With over 99% of everything breakable for materials, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the bittersweet apocalypse and thrive in a dangerous world.
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'Don't Starve Together' is a standalone multiplayer spin-off of ' Don't Starve', a game that has had players hooked since its Early Access release. With the first expansion, 'Reign of Giants', incorporated into it, you and your friends can explore the wilds and craft items, while also fighting off shadow monsters. Experience all four seasons to get all of the content, with comprehensive world settings to customize your experience.
What we like:
Comprehensive world settings
Tonable down or remove giants
Shorten seasons to focus on progress over survival
Sustainable organic farm and spider mill for raw food year-round
Caves and beefalo taming added since original game's release
Revive players through multiple means with or without health penalty
What could be improved:
No Adventure Mode content from original game
Mouse and keyboard controls have sketchy hitboxes causing accidental deaths sometimes
Limited music depth & customization options for video setting
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Dive into the Norse mythology with Tribes of Midgard, a vibrant survival ARPG! Protect the Seed of Yggdrasil, build a thriving community, and stave off Ragnarok. With 90 skills to unlock, 8 classes to choose, and a world full of legendary creatures, you'll enjoy endless excitement. Team up with friends or brave it solo in this thrilling adventure.
The Forest is a survival horror game set on an island filled with cannibals. Players must scavenge supplies from the wreckage of the plane, craft items and fortify their position in order to survive, while also attempting to find their child who was taken by a creepy figure.
What we like:
Creative latitude in interacting with cannibals
Sophisticated crafting system
Multiple objectives and endings
Polished and nerve-wracking experience
What could be improved:
Coming into contact with blood of cannibals can have adverse affect on your character
Escalation if you kill a single cannibal in plain sight
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Don’t Starve is an uncompromising wilderness survival game full of science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style.