Desperation (2021)

Developer: EXBOTS
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, Early Access
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a gritty survival game where you scramble for resources while fending off zombies and robots, alone or with others.

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What players say

Players see potential in this survival-crafting early access title, comparing it to Rust, but warn the world feels empty and content is thin. The game is fun with friends for a few hours, yet single player offers little challenge and the building system seems rigid.

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