The Drifter (2025)

- Developer
- Powerhoof, Dave Lloyd
- Publisher
- Powerhoof
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 4.9 of 5, 4,628 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 9.8 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
a solitary, slow-burn journey through a quiet and desolate landscape, with a contemplative and meditative feel.
atmosphericcontemplativeminimalistlonelyslow-pacedmysteriousmeditative
What players say
Players praise the story and voice acting as highlights, and find puzzles logical if occasionally obscure. Most finish in about 8-10 hours and appreciate the controller support. A few mention backtracking and soft locks as frustrations.
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