Underplayed Gems

AFTERGLOW (2022)

AFTERGLOW cover
Developer
DIRECTOR'S CUT
Genres
Action, Adventure
Rating
3.3 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense, realistic first-person shooter set in a bleak, post-apocalyptic future where climate change has ravaged the planet.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and desolate environments but are split on the overall experience. Many note a lack of sprint, slow movement, and simplistic gunplay, while some see it as a promising solo developer project.

Screenshots

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