ALEK (2026)

Developer: Vitaly Pryadein
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 45 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a grim, bloody revenge journey through the decaying, crime-ridden streets of 90s Russia

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What players say

Players recommend this indie third-person shooter for its atmospheric 1990s Russian crime setting and gun smoke effects, but split on quality: some find it impressive for a solo project, while others criticize the rough visuals, audio, difficulty without checkpoints or saves, and lack of subtitles.

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