The Long Dark

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6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 484 Ratings

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  1. Mvko
    Sep 11, 2023
    9
    A lot of people didn't like the game because perhaps it's very difficult and repetitive, the long dark is a realistic survival game, a game that if you don't have the patience you can't play
  2. Mekenzie
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    Whether the game was released or now, it is still the first game that comes to mind, very successful, I recommend it.
  3. Quazder
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Ideal game for podcast listening. Very atmospheric. Also hard and you cant just kill everyone, and overall nice survival game
  4. thehoang123
    Aug 14, 2023
    8
    I don't like walking simulation style but this game has very good atmosphere, just a little bit boring.
  5. ViSCrAL
    May 12, 2023
    9
    have felt the cold and loneliness in this game. Setting of ten, a unique game of its kind that if you are a lover of extreme survivals you have to try. Recommended on high difficulties for an extreme challenge.
  6. Underfeels
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Great story, great surviving exp all the wildlife and being trapped by the snow it feels peaceful
  7. bar0yka
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    aşırı güzel bi atmosferi var canadanın soğuğunu yaz sıcağında bile hissettirebilen bir oyun ayrıca mekanikler de iyi seviyede sıkılmadan 50 saat gömülür.
  8. Solar_Carpenter
    Oct 17, 2022
    9
    This is an amazing game.
    The game is beautiful, atmospheric, comfortable. It has the best survival mode of any game. Developers have been releasing free add-ons for the game for many years.
    Are you looking for a game with the best winter atmosphere? Want the snowiest game ever? Do you want to silently wander with a gun through a snow-covered forest against the backdrop of the aurora    This is an amazing game.
    The game is beautiful, atmospheric, comfortable. It has the best survival mode of any game. Developers have been releasing free add-ons for the game for many years.
    Are you looking for a game with the best winter atmosphere?
    Want the snowiest game ever?
    Do you want to silently wander with a gun through a snow-covered forest against the backdrop of the aurora borealis?
    Skyrim, Frostpunk and now The Long Dark!
    Don't look at the low ratings, they used to be much higher. This is due to the Nvidia Geforce Now scandal. This is an absolutely ridiculous situation.    … Expand
  9. edceatsrice
    Sep 15, 2022
    9
    This is the type of game that really makes you NERVOUS and on the edge of your seat, holding your breath, scanning your environment. This is the type of game where if you love it you really are going to love it. But i can see why a lot of people have trouble with this game. This game is VERY slow paced, it is supposed to be like this. This game is meant to be played with the music offThis is the type of game that really makes you NERVOUS and on the edge of your seat, holding your breath, scanning your environment. This is the type of game where if you love it you really are going to love it. But i can see why a lot of people have trouble with this game. This game is VERY slow paced, it is supposed to be like this. This game is meant to be played with the music off treading through the deserted snowy terrains trying to find a shelter. I've always been big on apocalyptic stories, movies, games and such. But I could never get into the zombie stomping, machine gun blasting types of survivals. This is what surviving is about! you keeping track of your hunger, body temp, thirst, energy. Your clothes get wet and you lose heat faster, you have to constantly look for more resources and, in the early phases, you almost never feel like you are completely safe from dangers. What would make it a 10/10 for me is to increase the size of the map, and make late games more interesting. There should be challenges (but very optional) that you can do to help your chances for the next challenge (each challenge rewarding something that permanently makes your character better (we have the backpack, moose sack ..etc, there should be more!) What makes me stop playing this game from time to time is when I feel like I don't have any other challenges to do other than just going through the routines surviving… Expand
  10. Castleee
    Jul 19, 2022
    10
    best survival game on the world.just a problem is the story is so slow.....
  11. Snoop_68
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    This is really complete, is a master of piece. You should try it now, because is the best **** that I have ever played. Thanks for reading.
  12. rezo_21
    May 30, 2022
    8
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  13. Hensin
    May 4, 2022
    9
    The Long Dark - это «Любовь к жизни» Джека Лондона от мира видеоигр. Прекрасная игра для холодных зимних вечеров. Eсть лишь вы, ваши физиологические потребности и Мать-природа, которая может быть как беспощадна по отношению к вам, так и оказаться для вас самым лучшим учителем в этом путешествии под названием "жизнь". Атмосфера зимы и дикой природы здесь просто непередаваемая. Если выThe Long Dark - это «Любовь к жизни» Джека Лондона от мира видеоигр. Прекрасная игра для холодных зимних вечеров. Eсть лишь вы, ваши физиологические потребности и Мать-природа, которая может быть как беспощадна по отношению к вам, так и оказаться для вас самым лучшим учителем в этом путешествии под названием "жизнь". Атмосфера зимы и дикой природы здесь просто непередаваемая. Если вы любите горы, пешие прогулки, холод и уединенность, то вам данная игра, скорее всего, понравится.

    P.S. Не хватает кооператива. Я бы побегала в ней с другом. Надеюсь кооператив добавят когда-нибудь.    … Expand
  14. inmirt
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    игра топ за свои деньги что только стоит режим выживания наиграл 62,2 чеса в стиме это мало ( НО так-же там есть сюжет еароч игра топ
  15. DishonoredKilla
    Dec 30, 2021
    9
    I really liked this game. In fact, I am not into surviving games but this one, impressed with story, with characters, with gameplay. Just play.
    Sometimes I bored while walking on long way and night. But this already needed for this atmosphere. In nights you are nervous Shortly good game.
  16. dino2
    Nov 23, 2021
    10
    one of the best games and survival games i have ever played. it is very realistic and deep. story mod is good too. now that episode 4 is out i would say that, it was mayby the best story mode episode yet.
    the maps are good deisgned and made. the graphics are good for the style.
    and the setting what happend in this game like why everything is cold is very cool( that was not a spoiler).    one of the best games and survival games i have ever played. it is very realistic and deep. story mod is good too. now that episode 4 is out i would say that, it was mayby the best story mode episode yet.
    the maps are good deisgned and made. the graphics are good for the style.
    and the setting what happend in this game like why everything is cold is very cool( that was not a spoiler).
    music in the game are very good and nice. the menus in game are cool setted up in the inventory and ur notebook and all those things. well thats it i think.    … Expand
  17. Kraelman
    Nov 22, 2021
    9
    Take all the negative reviews with a grain of salt, because they are salty about the game not being on Geforce Now. If you like survival games, this game is fantastic. If you like open-ended survival games, skip Story Mode as it's nothing special, and just dive into Survival.

    Even if you're not into the survival genre, checking this game out is still worth it for one word: Atmosphere.    Take all the negative reviews with a grain of salt, because they are salty about the game not being on Geforce Now. If you like survival games, this game is fantastic. If you like open-ended survival games, skip Story Mode as it's nothing special, and just dive into Survival.

    Even if you're not into the survival genre, checking this game out is still worth it for one word: Atmosphere. Atmosphere with a capital A. I've never seen a game more perfectly capture the FEEL of something more than The Long Dark. It's incredibly immersive. The sound design is 10/10, music is 10/10. Freezing to death after a wolf has torn you up, staggering to the safety of a nearby trailer left behind by a logging company that's probably been gone for years, you hear the growl of the wolf coming back behind you, will you make it?    … Expand
  18. FlenzyFL
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    "The Long Dark is a survival game, one of many some will say, but with its interesting story and a touch of mystery, we’ve got a very good game before us. H
  19. DynamiteWxa
    Aug 29, 2021
    9
    This is an excellent game, the story mode and survival mode are both excellent, I like this kind of game very much. I think he can get 10 points. I don't usually use Geforce Now, but I heard about some bad things from the developers, so I still deduct a point for this game.
  20. HotsauceHuncho
    Jul 4, 2021
    9
    This is a review of the survival mode only.
    If you're looking for a challenging survival game, this is it. This game has a serious learning curve but once you get some hours under your belt you will be having a blast. This game is the epitome of a survival game in my opinion. The land is unforgiving, the enemies are a constant threat, resources are scarce, and things can turn in a second.    This is a review of the survival mode only.
    If you're looking for a challenging survival game, this is it. This game has a serious learning curve but once you get some hours under your belt you will be having a blast. This game is the epitome of a survival game in my opinion. The land is unforgiving, the enemies are a constant threat, resources are scarce, and things can turn in a second. Getting lost in a whiteout is one of the most frightening things i have every experienced in my 15+ years of gaming. It is all too easy to get absolutely engrossed in this game and the sense of adventure and discovery keeps the game fresh through multiple survival attempts. Unlike some survival games, hunkering down long term is not an option and you always have to risk your very life in order to continue surviving in the cold, inhospitable world of The Long Dark. For fans of the survival genre this game is an absolute must own, especially since the developers are constantly providing new updates at no extra charge. The art style of this game also gives it a certain charm and uniqueness that I have yet to see another game in this genre reproduce; it may not be the nicest looking game but the art direction is so good and consistent that I don't even notice small imperfections since as a whole it is so well presented.
    Bottom line, if you're looking for an engaging, challenging, hardcore survival game The Long Dark is a no-brainer; and at a very reasonable price point. It's not perfect but i can confidently give this game a solid 9+.    … Expand
  21. mako_
    May 18, 2021
    9
    This is strictly a review of the Survival Mode, as I haven't tried the Wintermute Mode yet. This is my favourite survival game. The maps are varied and fascinating, with a lot of level-delivered narrative. The mechanics are polished and engaging with a gameplay loop I've sunk more than 200 hours into. The different difficulties are well-balanced and the custom mode is a lot of fun. TheThis is strictly a review of the Survival Mode, as I haven't tried the Wintermute Mode yet. This is my favourite survival game. The maps are varied and fascinating, with a lot of level-delivered narrative. The mechanics are polished and engaging with a gameplay loop I've sunk more than 200 hours into. The different difficulties are well-balanced and the custom mode is a lot of fun. The challenges are all very different and incredibly fun in their variety and difficulty. I like the badge mechanic and what it incentives in-game. There are a lot of playstyles you can adopt, making the game a new experience with each playthrough. To me, graphics/visuals and music are the real winners here, though. The experience delivered is perfect to the detail, bringing you into its world perfectly. It helps that I live in a similarly snowed-in area so I feel right at home. My only criticism, which takes off a point from the score, is the bugs that appear whenever a new map is implemented (which, by the way, are all a delightful surprise given that every update so far came for free with the base game, so in my 2+ years of owning it, its size has gone up almost a third of its entirety). I lost a 305-day playthrough to a death caused by a texture collision bug, which are the most common type of bug I've experienced so far. But they're rare enough to not impact the experience much, and I can't recommend The Long Dark enough.… Expand
  22. Kobrakon
    May 12, 2021
    8
    I think its an alright survival game with fairly in-depth survival mechanics that are a good mix of forgiving realism that's also simultaneously unforgiving as well, its got good gameplay and a pretty good soundtrack as well, however, my main problems with the game is that it can be a little buggy at times and the wildlife is a bit too hyperaggressive, even on the Stalker (Hard)I think its an alright survival game with fairly in-depth survival mechanics that are a good mix of forgiving realism that's also simultaneously unforgiving as well, its got good gameplay and a pretty good soundtrack as well, however, my main problems with the game is that it can be a little buggy at times and the wildlife is a bit too hyperaggressive, even on the Stalker (Hard) difficulty. However, the main problem with this game is that after the first few tens of hours it just gets boring. I still think it's worth a try as it is still a pretty good game but don't expect to continue playing after about 80 hours or so until the devs make some more updates to increase replay value and make it more entertaining in the long run.… Expand
  23. HamsiliPilav
    May 8, 2021
    10
    Please don't just play the story mode. Sandbox is the part that the game becomes a masterpiece.
  24. razorwind
    Mar 29, 2021
    9
    I'd say it's one of my favorite games ever. The art style, the game mechanics, the sound design (the ooomph in every step, clank, and rattle) really make it something else. I'm only giving it a niner out of ten because they're still not done with it yet. The first launch of story mode wasn't any good (and devs recognized that - hence the redux which ate A LOT of time). I think if theyI'd say it's one of my favorite games ever. The art style, the game mechanics, the sound design (the ooomph in every step, clank, and rattle) really make it something else. I'm only giving it a niner out of ten because they're still not done with it yet. The first launch of story mode wasn't any good (and devs recognized that - hence the redux which ate A LOT of time). I think if they would save a bit on voice actor and hired a better scriptwriter instead, this might've been one of the truly best survival games of this decade. Well, show me a perfect person and I'll show you a liar.

    The game is fantastic, and we'll see how its journey comes to an end - in the long dark.    … Expand
  25. mami65
    Jan 19, 2021
    9
    oyun survivor sevenler için harika ama keşif duygusu malesef çok az. bu konuda daha fazla çalışma yapılmalı
  26. mudpedal
    Jan 18, 2021
    9
    One of the best survival games out there, gives you the right immersion to keep going and keep playing. The only part I dont I like is quite recent, I don't the like the timberwolf mechanic, I think it breaks this immersion, but other than that I would give this game a try.
  27. Laneramorte
    Jan 11, 2021
    8
    Güzel bir hayatta kalma oyunu atmosfere sizi iyi sokabiliyorlar.Hatta oyunu oynadıktan sonra gerçek hayatta yatarken hep donuyormuş gıbı hıssettım
  28. radzewdf23
    Jan 7, 2021
    10
    Amazing the game has a feeling of melancholy and it has a beautiful story that has nothin left to be desired
  29. RafaelBarrera
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Best survival game I ever played. Amazing atmosphere. It's just an experience to play it.
  30. Ardaking9809
    Dec 20, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Story was absurd but really good like we go grandma's house and we are thirsty or hungry we talk her
    the character like are come to life again    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Shacknews
    Oct 13, 2021
    90
    The Quiet Apocalypse isn’t without problems, but Hinterland's commitment to adding new content, while refining the experience over the years, has positioned The Long Dark at the top of the survival genre’s pecking order. The Long Dark is a must-play for anyone who is even remotely intrigued by it.
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  2. Eurogamer Italy
    Oct 20, 2017
    70
    The Long Dark is a masterful survival game that manages to craft a rich and emotional experience but lacks in providing objectives and narrative hooks to keep the game interesting and meaningful.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 12, 2017
    80
    The Long Dark is a survival game, one of many some will say, but with its interesting story and a touch of mystery, we’ve got a very good game before us.
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