Underplayed Gems

The Origin Theory - Episode One (2024)

The Origin Theory - Episode One cover
Developer
Juhana Karhu
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Free To Play
Rating
3.9 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lighthearted survival horror adventure where you unravel a mystery on a volcanic island without grinding through hordes of enemies.

lightheartedstory drivenatmosphericmysteriouslinearexploration focusedcomedyfirst person

What players say

Players describe it as a story-driven survival horror with light puzzle solving and a cliffhanger. Many note poor optimization, with freezes and crashes on Steamdeck. Some are put off by AI-generated voices. There is no Chinese localization or Steam achievements.

Screenshots

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