Underplayed Gems

The Wastes (2018)

The Wastes cover
Developer
Vera Visions
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 42 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A chaotic and bloody multiplayer shooter set in a desolate wasteland, with fast-paced action and a nostalgic feel for classic FPS games.

goryviolentpost-apocalypticatmosphericfast-pacedmultiplayerretro-style

What players say

Players are split on this revival of an old Half-Life mod. Some praise it as a faithful and improved update, while others find it ugly and messy. Nearly everyone agrees the online is dead, leaving bots or LAN play as the only real options.

Screenshots

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