Underplayed Gems

The Complex: Expedition (2023)

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Developer
pgWave
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Simulation, Early Access
Rating
4.5 of 5, 2,631 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A lonely, atmospheric psychological horror walking through endless, dimly lit hallways, captured through a grainy VHS filter.

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What players say

Players praise the game for capturing the eerie, unsettling atmosphere of Kane Parsons' Backrooms series, with realistic visuals and sound design. Many note it is more about exploration and dread than being chased, though some find it a walking simulator with no puzzles or threats. Save issues and crashes were common at launch, but an autosave patch addressed the worst of it.

Screenshots

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