Underplayed Gems

BlackSands (2026)

BlackSands cover
Developer
Rotting Brains Studio
Publisher
IIM Digital School
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Free To Play
Rating
5.0 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 31 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A tense, knowledge-focused first-person shooter that demands careful thinking and nerves of steel.

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What players say

Players are split on BlackSands: its time-loop concept and shooting mechanics are praised, but many criticize the level design, cryptic symbols, and the short time limit that forces trial and error. Performance on Steam Deck is rough, and several note the campaign is brief.

Screenshots

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