Crisis: The Third Way (2025)

- Developer
- DUALITY
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
- Rating
- 4.5 of 5, 2,994 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 7.0 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A tense, narrative-driven experience where you navigate the political and personal stakes of a country caught in a post-apocalyptic conflict.
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What players say
Players praise the atmosphere, art, and music but sharply divide over the game's politics. Many say the story clearly favors the communist side, vilifying the democratic republic, leaving only one truly happy ending. The post-Soviet setting and 'panelki' aesthetic are consistently highlighted as strong points.
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