Underplayed Gems

Darkness Within 1: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder (2014)

Darkness Within 1: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder cover
Developer
Stormling Studios
Publisher
Iceberg Interactive
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.6 of 5, 626 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, deliberate point-and-click investigation that immerses you in a gloomy, occult-tinged world where every clue deepens the unease.

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What players say

Players praise the oppressive Lovecraftian atmosphere and sound design, but warn that the story is disjointed and the ending is abrupt and unsatisfying. The puzzles are often described as obtuse, forcing many to use a guide, and the controls feel clunky and dated.

Screenshots

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