Here in GameNGuide, it is all about games, games, and even more games. From eSports games down to popular titles such as "Pokemon GO" and "Elden Ring," we cover them all.
However, we here in GameNGuide are more than aware that the gaming world is vast and games are aplenty. This is why we want to put the spotlight on games that you may not even know exists. Who knows? We might even give you an idea for the next game to play.
So let us introduce you to #SteamSpotlight, a series that will feature the many games available on Steam. First on the list a survivor horror game that features a semi-open world called "Darkwood."
#SteamSpotlight Feature: 'Darkwood'
For the first #SteamSpotlight feature, we put our attention on a survival horror game called "Darkwood." Released in 2017, "Darkwood" is developed by Acid Wizard Studio.
Its official website describes the game as "a top-down, free-roam, surreal horror experience with a randomized world, taking cues from classic games, where oftentimes you had to figure things out for yourself."
The "Darkwood" official website further states, "We want to enter your subconciousness and bring out your own fears, force you to think about the events or characters of 'Darkwood' and digest them in your brain long after you've stopped playing, rather than focusing on in-your-face jump scares (although you can still expect some of these)."
This survival horror game features a crafting system, day and night cycle, interactions with non-playable characters (NPCs), and even a skill system.
It should be noted that the gaming experience of the player is heavily influenced by actions of the NPCs as well as how the player reacts to requests. This means that the ending that the player can get will vary depending on decisions made.
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Other Things to Know About 'Darkwood'
"Darkwood" is set somewhere in the Soviet Bloc, which is said to particularly be in a certain part of the Polish People's Republic. The story of the game is divided into four parts: Prologue, Chapter 1, Chapter 2, and the Epilogue.
The player gets to control two characters known by the names The Doctor and The Stranger. Specifically, the player gets to control The Doctor during the Prologue. Both characters are trying to escape the forest where the game is set.
You can view the game's launch trailer below:
An interactive trailer is also available, which you can check out below:
Steam Reviews for 'Darkwood'
According to its Steam page, "Darkwood" has more than 10,000 reviews on the platform as of press time. These reviews are described as "Very Positive" by Steam.
A Steam user using the handle carcarsox, who has marked "Darkwood" as a recommended game, says this about the game: "Not one jumpscare, yet still singlehandedly the scariest game I have played to date."
Another Steam user, Mushroom_tip, has rated the game 10 out of 10, saying that, while the game can be challenging and unforgiving, it is beautifully made.
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Written by Isabella James
