The Long Dark

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6.7

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  1. Melo_mx
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    They removed their product from GeForce Now. Developer is greedy, doesn't want their customers to do what they please with their own purchase. Never buy a game again from this developer, this is all clearly money driven. We can't let evil like this win. We can't drown Activision/Blizzard, but we can drown you.
  2. Nogreedyy
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    Devs are greedy, keep away from this game, it's also boring and poor executed, play snake rather than this
  3. RipGeforceNow
    Mar 2, 2020
    1
    The developers behind this game are restricting users on how their customers play the games they PURCHASED from them by refusing to let them stream on Geforce Now. Shame on them.
  4. xor7589
    Mar 2, 2020
    1
    Bought it for nvidia now, but greedy dev f-cks want more money and power to decide where I should play. Got refund, never buy anything from them again.
  5. Rektnarok91
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    This review has nothing to do with the game but with a greedy anti consumer developer. He removed the game from GeForce Now (it's a platform where you can stream a powerful PC so you can access your steam library even on a potato) in the guise of supporting licensing control for devs, but really was mad Nvidia was giving him a cut of their subscription costs.

    The platform is the same as    This review has nothing to do with the game but with a greedy anti consumer developer. He removed the game from GeForce Now (it's a platform where you can stream a powerful PC so you can access your steam library even on a potato) in the guise of supporting licensing control for devs, but really was mad Nvidia was giving him a cut of their subscription costs.

    The platform is the same as has always been available, you buy and play the game through Stream, and GFN allows a much bigger audience who can't afford expensive gaming rigs to play these games. Screw you, I refuse to purchase/play any game you develop now    … Expand
  6. Darkolin
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    I do not own the game, but due to the anti-consumer action of the producer in not allowing the people who PURCHASED the game on Steam to play on Geforce Now because they want more money without doing absolutely anything else to deserve the extra money since Nvidia does not charge nothing to companies, so I don't recommend this game or my worst enemy, that's right, boycott them, if you wantI do not own the game, but due to the anti-consumer action of the producer in not allowing the people who PURCHASED the game on Steam to play on Geforce Now because they want more money without doing absolutely anything else to deserve the extra money since Nvidia does not charge nothing to companies, so I don't recommend this game or my worst enemy, that's right, boycott them, if you want to play this game, I recommend pirating it.… Expand
  7. honeybudgerman
    Mar 2, 2020
    1
    Why did you remove this game from GFN? Now i just can't play and enjoy your game.
    Thanks..
  8. Selevan
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    Removing the game from GeForce now only because the devs are greedy as fck, is what mas me make an account here and give 0 rating. Deserved.
  9. cento
    Mar 2, 2020
    1
    I don't know how this game is, because the devs don't like the brand of my mouse. So I cannot play it.
  10. titooo7
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    I bought the game few days ago om Steam as I wanted to play it om Geforce Now on my crappy laptop.
    Now it turns out I can't play it anymore because the developer isn't happy because Nvidia didn't ask them for permission to support their game in their service. It seems they don't like free marketing and they dont appreciate those sales that they got thanks to GFN that they wouldn't have got    I bought the game few days ago om Steam as I wanted to play it om Geforce Now on my crappy laptop.
    Now it turns out I can't play it anymore because the developer isn't happy because Nvidia didn't ask them for permission to support their game in their service. It seems they don't like free marketing and they dont appreciate those sales that they got thanks to GFN that they wouldn't have got otherwise.
    I don't see why the publisher cares if I execute the game on my local pc or a remote one. I bought the game so they already earn money with it.    … Expand
  11. hgfdasfdgfdsa
    Mar 2, 2020
    1
    Very unhappy with the developers decision to pull this from GFN. Absolutely childish and greedy behaviour. I would refund the game if I could!
  12. L337FOOL
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    Game by a greedy developer who publicly outed himself online. Boring game not compatible with GeForce Now.
  13. awolcz
    Mar 2, 2020
    0
    One of the worst games. Really boring. And greedy developer. If you can, try to avoid this game and save money for some better indie game - which you can play where you want to, even on GFN
  14. Goncas2
    Mar 2, 2020
    1
    Bought it to play on Geforce Now. Yesterday the greedy developer pulled it out of the service. Refunded and **** every dev and publisher that does this.
  15. Daneal
    Mar 1, 2020
    0
    The game is ok, the devs are not. Indie devs caring about where I play their game. They're just stupid
  16. crimsondoor
    Jan 15, 2020
    7
    I like to compare this game to Subnautica, which is one of my all-time favourite games. This game, like Subnautica, is a relaxing exploration and survival game. But unlike Subnautica, it is set in the real world, with a focus on survival in the wilderness which is a great idea. Sadly, it suffers from poor execution and a mediocre storyline.

    The most interesting part of the game will be    I like to compare this game to Subnautica, which is one of my all-time favourite games. This game, like Subnautica, is a relaxing exploration and survival game. But unlike Subnautica, it is set in the real world, with a focus on survival in the wilderness which is a great idea. Sadly, it suffers from poor execution and a mediocre storyline.

    The most interesting part of the game will be the first 50 hours because you are still figuring everything out and try to not die, but after you reach the end-game you will get bored very quickly, since the map is fairly small (although it takes a lot of time to travel through it) and there are no more things left to do or items to craft. There are only a measly 6 kinds of animals in this game, which is frankly pathetic (I do not usually use this word, but I can't help it), considering that wilderness is the theme of this game.

    I do not recommend playing this game in long sessions because you will just get fed up and not want to play it again. Trust me ;) However, it is a very relaxing experience if you only play it in short bursts during winter.    … Expand
  17. Seibik_corp2018
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    Finally I found a realistic game about survival without zombies and mutants. Here you struggle with nature and try to survive. The game is very difficult.
    I also liked the plot, especially episode 3
  18. Aeryx
    Nov 3, 2019
    8
    20 hours into this game and I'm loving it. It's one of those games that teaches you to be patient and find satisfaction and contentment in the little things. It also teaches you all of these things while trying to kill you with hunger, exhaustion, thirst, wild animals, injuries and cold temperatures. Preparation is mission critical and being careful and aware of your surroundings is a20 hours into this game and I'm loving it. It's one of those games that teaches you to be patient and find satisfaction and contentment in the little things. It also teaches you all of these things while trying to kill you with hunger, exhaustion, thirst, wild animals, injuries and cold temperatures. Preparation is mission critical and being careful and aware of your surroundings is a must. I really like the art style and graphics. My only issue with this game is that is doesn't allow me to kill and loot every person I meet along the way, which would be nice and appropriate for the theme. The carry weight is also minimal at 30 kilos.

    I never thought I would find so much satisfaction from simply starting a campfire and cooking food and boiling water. But this game made it happen. It's so rewarding finding just a single bullet and food in the middle of nowhere. Killing bunnies to eat them also feels sad, but life is tough and this is... Spart.... eh... Canada!

    I find the resources in the game to be very abundant even in Interloper difficulty, which causes me to travel all the time at slightly over 30 kilos. Food and tools are there and being that I avoid the dangerous animals all the time, I have plenty of stuff to spare. Hot Coffee is also life, as I drink it during snowstorms. Nice mechanic you have there.

    The story is good as well, but not too great. It has enough to keep you going and exploring. Speaking of exploring, the game rewards you a lot for this. Which is nice, since most open-world games nowadays are both huge and full of empty space. Not in the Long Dark. I hope to find Astrid soon, so I can kill her and cook her meat for dinner, while repairing my worn expedition shoes with her dried flesh. I want to craft a few snares using her guts, as well. Not interested in saving her in the slightest.

    Surviving in a harsh world has never been so engaging, threatening and relaxing all at the same time. Two thumbs up to the developers for this great work!    … Expand
  19. UltimateGamer28
    Apr 11, 2019
    10
    The Long Dark is best survival game ever i love this soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much
  20. Psiraphim
    Mar 21, 2019
    10
    Отличная игры. Прекрасная атмосфера одиночества и слабости перед природой. Очень симпатичная картинка. Провел не мало времени просто путешествуя по огромному погибшему, питаясь последними консервами и шоколадками и философствуя о судьбах мира.Отличная игры. Прекрасная атмосфера одиночества и слабости перед природой. Очень симпатичная картинка. Провел не мало времени просто путешествуя по огромному погибшему, питаясь последними консервами и шоколадками и философствуя о судьбах мира.
  21. Ydun79
    Feb 11, 2019
    9
    Very unique graphics and awesome gameplay. Spend hour and hours and hours trying to survive. Haven't played the story mode, it wasn't out when I played the game, but sandbox is highly recommended!
  22. Evandre
    Feb 6, 2019
    10
    An amazing survival game, that has a really singular art style which some like, some don't, but can't be denied it's soothing effect and cold beauty. The long dark is one of the few games that can offer either a real challenge or a casual playing session. Game mechanics are simple yet blend in perfectly in the game's atmosphere. Story mode's development is a bit slow, but the result isAn amazing survival game, that has a really singular art style which some like, some don't, but can't be denied it's soothing effect and cold beauty. The long dark is one of the few games that can offer either a real challenge or a casual playing session. Game mechanics are simple yet blend in perfectly in the game's atmosphere. Story mode's development is a bit slow, but the result is truly worth it. And the best part is that the game continues to get updates regularly.… Expand
  23. grvk76
    Jan 22, 2019
    10
    Have been waiting for such a game a long long time. Played it since 0.275 thru its development til the final version. Survival sandbox is amazing, especially if you play it on Interloper level. after the virtual freedom of sand-boxing somewhat didn`t like much the story mode, but its not a reason to fault the game, especially after the Redux.
    one of the best developers team in terms of    Have been waiting for such a game a long long time. Played it since 0.275 thru its development til the final version. Survival sandbox is amazing, especially if you play it on Interloper level. after the virtual freedom of sand-boxing somewhat didn`t like much the story mode, but its not a reason to fault the game, especially after the Redux.
    one of the best developers team in terms of actually listening to the players and fixing faults. to redo the story mode after the original game release into improved Redux version - respect for that, and they still work actively on improvements. its survival mode i would rate 12/10 :))    … Expand
  24. BIGTIMEMASTER
    Dec 10, 2018
    8
    Really well designed game. I got about 200 hours out of it before I ran out of things that interested me. Occasionally I return for a quick challenge.

    The graphics are simple and there are basically no animations. Yet there is a certain charm to the game aesthetically speaking. But where TLD really shines is the gameplay. Layers and layers of decision making. It's all about forward    Really well designed game. I got about 200 hours out of it before I ran out of things that interested me. Occasionally I return for a quick challenge.

    The graphics are simple and there are basically no animations. Yet there is a certain charm to the game aesthetically speaking. But where TLD really shines is the gameplay. Layers and layers of decision making. It's all about forward thinking, planning, adapting to unforseen circumstances, and sometimes just running from a wolf in the dark with hypothermia and crossed fingers, hoping to find some shelter and wondering if you'll freeze to death in your sleep or not.

    The game can be relaxing, meditative, serene. And then it can be as intense as anything you've ever played. TLD is proof that a well-designed game focused on interesting decisions for player to make trumps expensive animation and hollywood pizzazz by a long shot. I fall asleep playing Tomb Raider or Horizon or God of War. When I play TLD, I decide to try a quick challenge and twelve hours later I suddenly realize I have work tomorrow and need to get my butt in bed.

    Well done guys. This is how you make a GD game.    … Expand
  25. POstAL_QueeN
    Nov 23, 2018
    8
    Как добавили сюжет я решил оставить свой отзыв. Когда я играл просто в выживание то это было на часок максимум, потом я начал ещё меньше играть и надоедало. Сам по себе забывал ее потому что знал что игре чего то не хватает и вот добавили сюжет и мне в неё хочется возвращаться. Может сюжет и не слишком добротный, но я считаю в игре не было определенной цели и из за этого она была неКак добавили сюжет я решил оставить свой отзыв. Когда я играл просто в выживание то это было на часок максимум, потом я начал ещё меньше играть и надоедало. Сам по себе забывал ее потому что знал что игре чего то не хватает и вот добавили сюжет и мне в неё хочется возвращаться. Может сюжет и не слишком добротный, но я считаю в игре не было определенной цели и из за этого она была не полноценная, а теперь есть так сказать к чему стремиться. Деление на эпизоды меня радует так как вспоминается даже хотя бы тот The Walking Dead, который следовал этому принципу и было некое такое атмосферное ожидание. Я считаю сюжет в общем удался и к прохождение конечно обязательно, тем более тем кто купил игру давно и призабыл про нее!… Expand
  26. NotBanMePLZ
    Nov 21, 2018
    8
    Крутая выживалка. Можно залипнуть на пару часов сидя на унитазе, или лежа на кровати, т.к. игра не напрягает. Круто искать одёжку и т.д. Мне нравится, люблю эту игру играть на ноутбуке, не на компе, просто сидя за ней хочется расслабиться, вот и всеКрутая выживалка. Можно залипнуть на пару часов сидя на унитазе, или лежа на кровати, т.к. игра не напрягает. Круто искать одёжку и т.д. Мне нравится, люблю эту игру играть на ноутбуке, не на компе, просто сидя за ней хочется расслабиться, вот и все
  27. Hawfar
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game, i played about 200 hours and I can't stop, this game is very addictive, please we need the next chapter. this is a real survivor game.… Expand
  28. Zhepyr
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
    esto es hermoso solo puedo decir que pasar un día es todo un reto y lo mejor es que recibe actualizaciones muy seguido eso es bueno y es divertido y todo muy bien pensado.
  29. muzmuz
    Jun 23, 2018
    7
    The Long Dark is an ambitious survival-against-nature game that did its concepts, mechanics and storytelling right, but painfully fails to design the controls and overall navigation friendly enough without its players accidentally blurting out a swear.
  30. moistcake123
    May 2, 2018
    9
    The Long Dark is a slow burn. One moment you might be appreciating the beautifully crafted frozen tundra, and the next you are struggling for your life with a pack of wolves. Every moment feels important, like a fight for survival. The smallest decisions can have lasting impact. One mistake can end your life. It is survival game like no other.
  31. eafx
    Apr 24, 2018
    9
    Was kinda disappointed when Wintermute (Story mode) came. The atmosphere is amazing, musics are great, graphics are not bad, not sure about gameplay, story is garbage.
  32. Klewer
    Feb 20, 2018
    8
    A different type of survival game, out in the wilderness with nothing to survive with it really tests your patience. Has a new story mode which is ok, but the main survival mode is a good challenge. Is a hardcore mode style game so perma death can be really frustrating but well worth it.
  33. jeffcloudy
    Jan 5, 2018
    4
    Survival mode is decent, but the Single-player (story mode) is utter garbage. Needs more testers because certain sections are just broken. One section has you square off with a wolf, the game recommends that you avoid the wolf. However, there is no way for you to avoid it, because no matter what, it will always go straight for you (almost like a bug). You can light a torch to keep it atSurvival mode is decent, but the Single-player (story mode) is utter garbage. Needs more testers because certain sections are just broken. One section has you square off with a wolf, the game recommends that you avoid the wolf. However, there is no way for you to avoid it, because no matter what, it will always go straight for you (almost like a bug). You can light a torch to keep it at bay, but once your torch runs out - you are a dead man.

    Graphics are utter garbage, call it artistic but i call it garbage.

    Sound is amazing, they at least got that one right.

    Gameplay, is garbage. Why can I not boil water and do other activities? They should have allowed us to multitask. It's clunky, slow af, boring, and frustratingly annoying to play.

    I do not enjoy this game at all, I blame the singleplayer.    … Expand
  34. LMGWargamer17
    Aug 27, 2017
    8
    Where Firewatch succeeded with strong and engaging storytelling and an expansive forest to explore and keep watch over, The Long Dark expands on those core mechanics while focusing immensely on the survival genre. Although from different developers, the art style and forest setting draws many similarities to me. I found that the dynamic weather system was quite intense and provided someWhere Firewatch succeeded with strong and engaging storytelling and an expansive forest to explore and keep watch over, The Long Dark expands on those core mechanics while focusing immensely on the survival genre. Although from different developers, the art style and forest setting draws many similarities to me. I found that the dynamic weather system was quite intense and provided some interesting mechanics for survival. The Long Dark finally features a proper survival game. It draws the line between proper survival mechanics in a fictional world, while not overwhelming the player with ultra realistic mechanics that would be a burden to play. Beyond the survival aspect which can be tough to maintain, The Long Dark still feels like it is in early access. Some areas feel polished while others are still lacking. I will say though that Hinterland Studio is very much aware of the issues and actively releasing patches. Days apart or even weekly at best.… Expand
  35. Jancelot
    Aug 26, 2017
    5
    Pro's
    Great idea

    Cons
    Lazy development, lots of loading screens instead of animations.
    Unrealistic (even 2 kilo's of meat a day wont keep you from going hungry)
    Sooo much walking
    Dying of the cold with furniture and blankets al arround you (static items)
    Game feels verry arcade like, absolutly not a realistic survival game
    Verry repetitive
  36. Nebukarr
    Aug 23, 2017
    10
    Append: A few weeks ago, a tremendous story mode was released. The first chapters play in the well-tested surroundings of the sandbox mode, but you will face interesting characters and a very exciting plot. With this, I can overlook some minor bugs and UI issues at the moment. Because I think, The Long Dark will be a very sound and professional product in the end.

    The Long Dark is    Append: A few weeks ago, a tremendous story mode was released. The first chapters play in the well-tested surroundings of the sandbox mode, but you will face interesting characters and a very exciting plot. With this, I can overlook some minor bugs and UI issues at the moment. Because I think, The Long Dark will be a very sound and professional product in the end.

    The Long Dark is already on a very, very high level - even in early access.
    Why? Because of the incredible amount of realistic details, such as

    + The weight you can wear depends on the fatigue of your character
    + If you walk up the wind, you are slower and need more endurance
    + The wind force has an influence on your felt temperature
    + After a snowstorm, many new branches are available
    + If you eat salt cracker, you get thirsty

    But that's not all. Further arguments:

    + A convincing I am-completely-alone-atmosphere
    + Well thought-out regions with many interesting areas
    + Food is scarce, ammunition even scarcer (collect arrows!)
    + Skill-system (you'll get better in making fire etc.)
    + Highly incentive ( "Do I survive the next day?")

    The graphics have their own comic-like style. Thanks to Unity Engine, it is very low on hardware resources.
    However, the setting is very impressing. If you are sitting in a hut and the winter wind blows outside, the fireplace flickers inside ... these are moments that only a few games can give you! I also like how the character expresses his emotions. He will integrate into what is happening, for example, when he groans from exhaustion.

    Conclusion: A very high-quality survival simulator with very realistic requirements. Although there are only bears and wolves as opponents, the game has quite its creepy moments.    … Expand
  37. pachanvshoke
    Aug 12, 2017
    8
    Hardcore game with less interesting storyline, and fun game play .
    The developers released an amusing story campaign, almost not playable. Release the game? No this is beta 1.0.x
  38. michaelyork777
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    I cannot really find fault with this game at all, the full release is out, and there are a few bugs which
    the developers are promptly handling. This is not only a consummate survival game, it is a Life Lesson Game, this game will expose your greed, force you to plan in advance, and challenge your critical thinking skills. The artwork is magnificent, the music scores are perfect, and the    I cannot really find fault with this game at all, the full release is out, and there are a few bugs which
    the developers are promptly handling. This is not only a consummate survival game, it is a Life Lesson Game, this game will expose your greed, force you to plan in advance, and challenge your critical thinking skills. The artwork is magnificent, the music scores are perfect, and the game mechanics are outstanding. I have over 2000 hours in the game, and I only want to play more,
    in a time where most games are about kill em all and let God sort it out, this game is pensively personal, quietly moving, and increasingly difficult. When played on Interloper mode, the challenge to stay alive, with Permadeath always waiting to end all your hard labor, makes even the most trivial mistake a game ending defeat. With the Story Mode, RPG, element in place, Hinterland has given the new player a way to learn the subtleties of the game while giving experienced players the information that they have been wanting to know about for years. In my opinion this game is a
    Must Have!!    … Expand
  39. DeFlow
    Aug 6, 2017
    9
    Amazing survival game.

    The Sandbox Mode is where this game shines, as you struggle to survive in the North Canadian wilderness to take care of your basic needs. There's four in this game: temperature, hunger, thirst and energy. Make fire to keep yourself warm in a raging blizzard, scavenge for plant and animal sustenance, boil water over aforementioned fire and find shelter to rest. All    Amazing survival game.

    The Sandbox Mode is where this game shines, as you struggle to survive in the North Canadian wilderness to take care of your basic needs. There's four in this game: temperature, hunger, thirst and energy. Make fire to keep yourself warm in a raging blizzard, scavenge for plant and animal sustenance, boil water over aforementioned fire and find shelter to rest. All the while you scavenge for supplies, whether it is by shooting deer, fishing or looting cabins in the quiet apocalypse. Beware wolves that are attracted by the smell of blood and the sounds of a cold survivor struggling to find his next shelter.

    Played like this, the game is a roguelike-like in disguise. When you die in survival mode, the only option is to restart. As you play the game, you learn to navigate the five (number to be expanded) maps, conserve your resources and get a grasp on the crafting system.

    Very fun game. Right now have been alive for 32 days on the third difficulty setting, having explored 2 of the maps and ready to craft a wolf-pelt coat.

    The story mode... Well... Animation, cutscenes and music is beautiful. The writing is bad and linear gameplay goes against the spirit of the game for my taste. We'll see how it develops over the coming year.

    Buy this game. You will fade into the long dark when you mistakenly go to rest in your bedroll in a blizzard and freeze to death. Then you will fade into the long dark after being mauled by a wolf. Then you fade into the long dark as you enjoy a beautiful vista, make a misstep and fall 30 meters to your death. It's a beautiful and quiet apocalypse.    … Expand
  40. Boras
    Aug 3, 2017
    10
    WINTERMUTE UPDATE: ok, 3 years of waiting for the story mode. The story is fine, at least it seems. What has been done is remarkable. But....
    but....bugs, glitches, wolves popping out of nothing, invisible wolves, wolves running madly, stupid checkpoints, story vicious circles that force you to start over again...and above all, Italian language (a feature promised in early access)    WINTERMUTE UPDATE: ok, 3 years of waiting for the story mode. The story is fine, at least it seems. What has been done is remarkable. But....
    but....bugs, glitches, wolves popping out of nothing, invisible wolves, wolves running madly, stupid checkpoints, story vicious circles that force you to start over again...and above all, Italian language (a feature promised in early access) suddenly disappeared.

    I love this game, seriously, but this way of managing the game is by an amateur at best
    VOTE 3 to Hinterland, what the hell are you doing?

    ********
    I played this game for 50 hours so far... and yet there is so much to be explored! the Game has huge potential, but now it is crucial to see toward which direction it will go.
    I have two different approaches to this game:

    1) Pure Survival Experience: in this aspect, the game is wonderful, no objective, no ultimate explanation of what happened, no ending. It's just you, alone, in the wilderness.
    Walking quietly in the snow, you look for animal tracks, collecting herbs and mushrooms, you hear, you see, you feel the environment.
    and while playing you start thinking: "it's getting late, better turn back and my way home, a shelter, a cave, anything to protect you from wind and snow...and you light a campfire, the night is dark and cold, wolves are howling, minutes, hours passing, pure relaxation.

    2) Survival with a scope: after some days of survival and exploration, you start feeling there is something wrong in there, too many corpses, all human activity ceased, what happened here? Surviving isn't enough, you start feeling the urge to explore and understand, you have a scope, there is an end to the game (apart from dying of course).

    In the end, what can I say, I love Sandbox mode, no clue, no objective, just you and nature. Very mature and relaxing.
    On the other side, what will be the Story mode? will it be another among countless catastrophic survival game that ends to be meaningless and lose their appeal after few game hours?

    I hope the developers keep improving the first aspect of the game, Nature, its mechanics, the environment, everything that is moving around you. Story maybe an intriguing part of the game, but definitely, this game is great for the atmosphere and the amazing details of the environment, wind, tracks, sounds, calories, cold, dehydration...

    I hope the game will improve more and more on this side    … Expand
  41. Oh_Green
    Apr 9, 2017
    10
    Like one of THE best survival games ever. And it's even interesting before the story mode is completed. Played it at my friend's pc. But eventually decided to purchase for myself. Lot's of love)
  42. philip3242
    Nov 29, 2016
    9
    By far the best survival game i've ever played. If you turn of the lights in your room, put on headphones, this is by far one of the most immersive games ever. The devs are super involved and this is an early access game that i would for sure pay for, even though its something I dont often do.

    Pros: -95% really immersive -Really unique in comparrison to other games in its genre -Up    By far the best survival game i've ever played. If you turn of the lights in your room, put on headphones, this is by far one of the most immersive games ever. The devs are super involved and this is an early access game that i would for sure pay for, even though its something I dont often do.

    Pros:
    -95% really immersive
    -Really unique in comparrison to other games in its genre
    -Up difficulty, freeze 2 death almost right away cause im dumb :(
    -You have the option of going for more exploration and hunting, or barely raking by in some super intense survival situations like starving, fainting, getting mauled by a bear etc...
    -Crafting an inventory is easy to manage
    -The art style mostly fits the game
    -Super immersive Audio
    -Great stat tracking of your deaths and tons of other stats
    -Simple UI
    -They just throw you into the game without explaining which makes it super rewarding
    -Permadeath makes it super immersive because you care about your life for once in a game
    Cons-
    -Some really gross textures, although its a small game so w/e
    -Can be a bit hard to learn some things
    Some of the controls can be annoying but not really a big deal
    -The skill system has potential but could use some fleshing out...
    You can't craft a ton, and the diversity of items could be improved, although its already fine i guess..    … Expand
  43. HansV
    Oct 21, 2016
    3
    Initially, the game is good as you have to find ways to survive starvation, cold, etc.
    You do this by raiding huts incl. taking water from the toilets.
    But this is all I have been doing. The graphics (mediocre at best , not artistic), design and sound do somewhat invoke the feeling of a very cold and lonely place; but the fascination wears off fast and then all you want to do is find a    Initially, the game is good as you have to find ways to survive starvation, cold, etc.
    You do this by raiding huts incl. taking water from the toilets.
    But this is all I have been doing. The graphics (mediocre at best , not artistic), design and sound do somewhat invoke the feeling of a very cold and lonely place; but the fascination wears off fast and then all you want to do is find a car, other, to get away, but it´s not there. So I stopped playing.    … Expand
  44. Zapador
    Oct 8, 2016
    10
    Is this a computer game or a work of art?
    Whatever it is, it is so in a brilliant way. The experience is truly immersive, the scenic views are like beautiful paintings and the atmosphere takes you in all the way.
    The Long Dark is by far the best survival game out there even though it features no zombies.
  45. britishbubba
    Jun 22, 2016
    4
    Game has potential, but I don't find it particularly fun in its current (alpha) state. Just hit a brick wall of boring tedium about 20 days of ingame time in as once you loot all the basic stuff, you don't really have much to do other than craft marginally better stuff.

    The 4 stats in game in terms of survival are interesting, but on anything but the lowest difficulty they degrade way    Game has potential, but I don't find it particularly fun in its current (alpha) state. Just hit a brick wall of boring tedium about 20 days of ingame time in as once you loot all the basic stuff, you don't really have much to do other than craft marginally better stuff.

    The 4 stats in game in terms of survival are interesting, but on anything but the lowest difficulty they degrade way too fast. If I drink a bunch of water before going to sleep in real life, I wake up having to go to the bathroom, not on the verge of dehydration. This idea causes the game to devolve to a state of playing wac-a-mole with the time commitments you have to make to survive, while you're completely at the mercy of the spontaneous storms.

    I imagine the game will be better once it's out of alpha and is feature complete, but currently it becomes boring quite fast.    … Expand
  46. alonesniper
    Jun 5, 2016
    10
    just keep calm and play the best early access that ever made !
    the long dark is just great and it getting better every update.
    it's not about zombie or nuclear war or ....
    just you and mother nature !!!!!
  47. Frank70
    Feb 12, 2016
    10
    The time i died ...After about 250 days of surviving ( for a bad strike of misfortunes ), was the most painful death of all my video games life . If they nail the story mode it will be an awesome game . And please i will like a The Long Dark 2 with The Vanishing of Ethan Carter graphic !!
  48. Nemomagic
    Jan 9, 2016
    10
    This is absolutely amazing. Like Alice in rabbit's hole i felt inside. Game made my heart beat, like a gong! It awakens your nature inside and force you to made your critical decisions and mistakes. One to one, tet-a-tet with mother Nature is unbelievable experience! No zombies at all, no multiplayer and all it's negative, it's just your life, choose: be alive or be dead. Despite fact thatThis is absolutely amazing. Like Alice in rabbit's hole i felt inside. Game made my heart beat, like a gong! It awakens your nature inside and force you to made your critical decisions and mistakes. One to one, tet-a-tet with mother Nature is unbelievable experience! No zombies at all, no multiplayer and all it's negative, it's just your life, choose: be alive or be dead. Despite fact that this is alfa, i didn't find any (!) bugs. Graphic is special, very stylish, I love it!. If you like nature - this game is definitely for you. I am siberian, so winter is my passion and this miracle gives me possibilities to live in my passion in many ways!
    I am sad only about one thing - that I can not put you 20 score here!    … Expand
  49. Isca
    Nov 26, 2015
    10
    A truly amazing gaming experience.

    With an emphasis on atmosphere and exploration, Hinterland have beautifully crafted a brilliant game, although at the moment still in beta, and with just a sandbox mode (Nov 2015). It is essentially a game of balance. You need to gather resources, and be able to defend yourself at all times, from wolves, bears, the extreme cold, starvation,    A truly amazing gaming experience.

    With an emphasis on atmosphere and exploration, Hinterland have beautifully crafted a brilliant game, although at the moment still in beta, and with just a sandbox mode (Nov 2015).

    It is essentially a game of balance. You need to gather resources, and be able to defend yourself at all times, from wolves, bears, the extreme cold, starvation, dehydration, fatigue, dysentery, infection and falls.

    It taps into the innermost fears most have, fear of the dark, the unknown, vulnerability, loneliness and, of course, death. It does so in the most innocuous ways, leaving you always thinking 2 steps ahead/behind, and always looking over your shoulder. But make no mistake, unless you get mauled by a bear while resting in your sleeping bag, this isn't a jump-scare fest. The scares are slow burning, realistic and ever-present.

    In sandbox mode, there are currently limited areas to explore, but any new game takes quite a while to succumb to the inevitable, long dark. My record life span is 177 (in-game) days ... but I am working on that. I normally put aside two weeks to play, a few hours each evening.

    What I love most about this game is the crisply defined atmosphere. The weather sound effects in particular are amazing, whether indoors or outdoors, it always feels real. The soundscape makes up for the lack of variety in visible fauna, as they are always there... in the background.

    There are some downsides and bugs, which will undoubtedly be fixed/improved in time, but the game, even in beta is incredibly stable, or fixed very quickly by the developers when problems are raised.

    This review will need to be deleted when the full game is released, because it will probably be a completely different experience than it is at present, with a story, characters and an end game. It could well be the best game of 2016, and will no doubt win huge acclaim and awards.

    For now, this is one of the best games I have played in a long time. In an age where gamers are ever increasingly taken for mugs, (day 1 DLC anyone?) this is a refreshing change, and a hugely entertaining experience.    … Expand
  50. Juunas_Fin
    Oct 9, 2015
    10
    The Long Dark, legendary game. Awesome graphics, if someone says "well they are a bit cartoon stylish" well so is borderlands and it does not make the game bad by any means. Environment, 3 large maps which are connected by secret routes and each of which contains some sort of hidden place "Easter egg". Starting difficulty is a great thing, you can choose your starting items and nature'sThe Long Dark, legendary game. Awesome graphics, if someone says "well they are a bit cartoon stylish" well so is borderlands and it does not make the game bad by any means. Environment, 3 large maps which are connected by secret routes and each of which contains some sort of hidden place "Easter egg". Starting difficulty is a great thing, you can choose your starting items and nature's behavior by setting the difficulty you wish to have. Cold nights, warm days is bonus factor and the chance of snowstorm or fog- Awesome.
    Best survival game in a long time, can't wait for story game play!
    [My way of composing may look interesting but check my name and you will understand]    … Expand
  51. HGrimm23
    Oct 3, 2015
    9
    As far as survival games go, The Long Dark is by far one of my favourites. Instead of becoming so cliche like so many crafting survival games to come before, it does not include zombies or other such overused horror creatures that we have become far too accustomed to. It instead is simply man vs wild and it does his well.

    One pleasant aspect of this game is the differences that the    As far as survival games go, The Long Dark is by far one of my favourites. Instead of becoming so cliche like so many crafting survival games to come before, it does not include zombies or other such overused horror creatures that we have become far too accustomed to. It instead is simply man vs wild and it does his well.

    One pleasant aspect of this game is the differences that the difficulty provides, making the game enjoyable for whatever mood one is in. Whether you just feel like wandering and trying to survive the starvation and cold, or if you are ready to brave all that this harsh wilderness has to offer, The Long Dark has the perfect balance of this.

    I continuously look forward to further updates to this early access game. Nothing but high hopes of an amazing finished game.    … Expand
  52. Khabi
    Aug 5, 2015
    9
    The Long Dark is an outstanding game. It's one-of-a-kind for sure and shouldn't be confused with the dozens of zombie survival games out there - there's no zombies in The Long Dark, it's just you, the cold and wind, your hunger and thirst, your need to stay warm and feed yourself. It's one of the most beautiful games you'll play and it's got a real minimalist hud.

    I would have given it    The Long Dark is an outstanding game. It's one-of-a-kind for sure and shouldn't be confused with the dozens of zombie survival games out there - there's no zombies in The Long Dark, it's just you, the cold and wind, your hunger and thirst, your need to stay warm and feed yourself. It's one of the most beautiful games you'll play and it's got a real minimalist hud.

    I would have given it a 10 but for two reasons. Firstly there's a lack of 'auto walk' feature which is needed since you spend most of your time walking about the place, exploring or traveling. And secondly because there's a sort of lack of things to do in the late game when you're all set up, but they did address that somewhat with the latest patch which altered foraging, so you'll have to spend a lot more time foraging for firewood.

    The devs that are making this are also good devs, they don't mess about and they release updates regularly, so another reason to get it - it'll get regular updates, usually one per month.    … Expand
  53. GhostSniper189
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    The Long Dark, so far, is an amazing survival game. Survival games have been all about zombies or similar creatures, never the pure realistic struggle against nature. That's where The Long Dark comes in. It's not a friendly game despite it's soft art style, you will starve to death, freeze to death or die to exhaustion (not to mention wolves). It uses this kind of cell shading graphics yetThe Long Dark, so far, is an amazing survival game. Survival games have been all about zombies or similar creatures, never the pure realistic struggle against nature. That's where The Long Dark comes in. It's not a friendly game despite it's soft art style, you will starve to death, freeze to death or die to exhaustion (not to mention wolves). It uses this kind of cell shading graphics yet it impresses for how much it feels real. The sense of clinging to life is always present when you constantly find new places, train tracks, trailers, a dam, makes you hold on to hope, for a better day tomorrow. It may sound easy, but believe me - it's not. There are a lot of different ways of dying and you never know what will kill you this time, so the game itself makes you feel nervous...… 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
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  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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