Underplayed Gems

THE DARK DWELLERS (2022)

THE DARK DWELLERS cover
Developer
COLNELIUS
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.4 of 5, 35 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A claustrophobic, punishing journey through a forgotten underworld where survival and discovery are constantly under threat.

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What players say

Players call it a short, atmospheric souls-like metroidvania with strong voice acting and pixel art, but controls are often described as clunky or unresponsive. Many compare it directly to Dark Devotion. The limited weapon and spell selection is a common complaint, and the heavy use of red and black visuals causes eye strain for some.

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Screenshots

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