Project Vostok: Episode 1 (2022)

Developer: Natrix
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 117 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense, atmospheric horror visual novel where players manage a group's survival amid cold, injury, and growing internal conflict in a Soviet-era bunker.

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What players say

Players are split on this episodic visual novel. Some find the cold weather survival setup and Soviet bunker mystery engaging, but many criticize the stereotypical characters, predictable story, and the fact that only one of three planned episodes is released. A common complaint is that achievements are bugged.

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