Underplayed Gems

Darkest Depths (2019)

Darkest Depths cover
Developer
Kyle Gilmore
Publisher
Kyle Gilmore Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, RPG, Early Access
Rating
4.1 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 26 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

It's a frantic, fast-paced first-person shooter that feels like a chaotic dash through a constantly shifting dungeon where death is permanent and success requires quick reflexes.

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What players say

Players praise the fast, old-school FPS action with wall running and impactful weapons, comparing it to Quake, Doom, and Painkiller. Some find the movement relies too much on bunny hopping, and the game is a 3D bullet hell from the start. Community sentiment says the solo developer rebuilt the entire game after an accident, but development has been slow.

Screenshots

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