HYDROGEN (2024)

Developer: Majed Altaemi
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, Early Access
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 28 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced procedural action game where you improve your mercenary between runs and face escalating elemental combat in a bleak sci-fi world.

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What players say

Players praise the fun loop of killing enemies and finding loot, and many lose track of time playing. But they consistently report wonky hitboxes, a slow start, sluggish movement, and an item system that feels unbalanced or grindy. The game is clearly unfinished but shows promise from a solo developer.

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