Strife: Veteran Edition (2014)

Developer: Rogue Entertainment
Publisher: Nightdive Studios
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, RPG
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 664 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A faithful remaster of a 90s FPS-RPG that feels like a nostalgic dive into atmospheric, old-school action with immersive sim elements.

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What players say

Players praise Strife as an early FPS-RPG hybrid with a rich world, fun voice acting, and rewarding secrets. Many note the remaster feels dated and janky compared to later Nightdive releases, and opinions split on whether the gameplay still holds up: some find it unfair and confusing, while others appreciate its ambitious design.

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