Underplayed Gems

Fear Equation (2016)

Fear Equation cover
Developer
Screwfly Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.8 of 5, 94 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense, tactical turn-based survival sim where you must manage resources and navigate a fog that manifests psychological horrors.

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What players say

Players praise the depth of the resource management and tense atmosphere, but opinions split on execution. Some find the daily routine repetitive and the lack of a save function frustrating, while fans of the developer's previous games appreciate the strategic challenge and customizability.

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