Tenebris: Terra Incognita (2024)

Developer: Phantasmica Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 259 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 33 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense, methodical tactical RPG where you manage a squad of customized heroes through a grim alien planet, with each decision carrying weight.

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What players say

Players compare it to Darkest Dungeon in a sci-fi setting, but find the macro layer shallow. The need to manage multiple squads with fatigue and healing creates grind, and the lack of a speed-up toggle drags the pacing. Gene therapy tech is considered overpowered, and the early access state leaves some features locked while allowing save scumming to revive squads.

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