Underplayed Gems

CHEMISTS: Dead Zone (2026)

CHEMISTS: Dead Zone cover
Developer
RPAX GAMING
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating
3.4 of 5, 28 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A tense, post-apocalyptic survival RPG-shooter where hunger, thirst, and deadly anomalies keep you wary as you explore a contaminated open world.

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What players say

Players compare it to a cheap, solo-made STALKER, praising the crafting, artifacts, and exploration while criticizing the lack of a quest tracker and heavy performance issues. It is in early access with frequent updates, and players hope the developer continues support.

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