Underplayed Gems

Northern Lights (2020)

Northern Lights cover
Developer
MadGoat Studio
Genres
Early Access, Indie, Simulation
Rating
3.4 of 5, 296 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A quiet, isolating struggle to survive in a vast, snowy wilderness where every step feels both peaceful and precarious.

atmosphericsurvivallonelypeacefulcoldimmersiveexploratoryslow-paced

What players say

Players praise the cold survival atmosphere and crafting, but warn the game has been in early access for years with development slowing, and many feel abandoned. Screen tearing and poor snowmobile handling are common complaints, while players request a co-op mode.

Screenshots

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