Darkout (2013)

Developer: Allgraf
Publisher: KISS ltd
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 2.4 of 5, 883 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 8.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lonely survival game where you must constantly manage light and resources while exploring a harsh, procedurally generated alien world, under the persistent threat of light-sensitive creatures.

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What players say

Players report Darkout was released unfinished and abandoned shortly after, with no updates since 2014. Many call it broken on modern systems, citing invisible resources and menu glitches. A few long-time fans praise its atmosphere and sci-fi take on Terraria, but nearly all agree development stalled and the game should not be sold.

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