Underplayed Gems

Nightmare on Azathoth (2015)

Nightmare on Azathoth cover
Developer
Modesto Rabena
Publisher
Divergent Game Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
2.8 of 5, 30 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense and oppressive survival experience set on a hostile planet where fragmented memory, lurking dread, and a punishing time loop push you to uncover a sinister truth.

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What players say

Players praise the Lovecraft-inspired atmosphere and tense survival mechanics, especially the need to scrounge for ammo and supplies in a pitch-black alien world. Many note the game was rough at launch but improved through continued updates from its solo developer, though some call the story unclear and the experience short or unfinished.

Screenshots

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