Underplayed Gems

Scrapnaut (2021)

Scrapnaut cover
Developer
SpiffyBit
Publisher
RockGame S.A.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
3.5 of 5, 836 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A post-apocalyptic sandbox where you gather resources, build and upgrade bases, farm, and cook, with optional co-op and a cautious approach to overwhelming enemies.

post-apocalypticsurvivalbase-buildingcozycraftingexplorationmanageablecooperative

What players say

Players find Scrapnaut a cozy but short survival sandbox, built from inexpensive parts and friendly for a quick playthrough. Some say it is harder than it looks and point to repetitive running and primitive combat. Others call the design undercooked, especially compared to similar games, and reviews split on whether the price justifies the rough edges.

Screenshots

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