Hotfix (2020)

Developer: ol-web
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Early Access
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 73 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A mix of frantic top-down shooting and methodical gathering and building as you explore a procedurally generated world, with tension ramping up at night against roaming robotic enemies.

survival craftingtop-down shooterprocedural generationexploration focusedloot drivenbase-buildingday and night cyclerobotic enemies

What players say

Players say Hotfix has a solid sandbox core with digging, building, and combat, but it was abandoned by the developer after a few updates. The lack of tutorial and unclear mechanics frustrate many, while tool durability and bullet-sponge enemies drain the fun. On the plus side, those who enjoy figuring things out find hours of entertaining exploration, and the adult humor is a frequent surprise.

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