IKO 39 (2022)

Developer: VD Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 36 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense survival investigation on a hostile planet where you scavenge for oxygen and piece together memories while fixing equipment.

atmospherictenseexplorationsurvivalpuzzlinglonelysci-fiinvestigative

What players say

Players are deeply split on IKO 39. Some enjoy its sci-fi atmosphere and exploration, but many more complain it is an unfinished asset flip. Consistent complaints include missing sound effects and subtitles, unclear objectives, poor optimization, and unresponsive enemy damage feedback. The oxygen mechanic adds survival pressure but often frustrates.

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