The Descent, a horror walking sim in Rockwell Mine, immerses players in miners' harsh life and unsettling mine encounters. Play as an investigator uncovering a hometown mystery.
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Mostly Positive (52) - 73% of the 52 user reviews for this game are positive.
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Jan 5, 2024
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About This Game

Experience 'The Descent,' a first-person psychological horror walking sim, set in the coal mining town of Rockwell Mine. Immerse yourself in the grueling atmosphere of a miners environment and their unsettling encounters deep within the treacherous mines. Assume the role of an investigator who returns to this hometown after journalism school to unveil its mysteries.



Rockwell Mine has been plagued by numerous accidents, disappearances, and unexplained deaths, leaving authorities baffled. Despite countless investigations, the truth remains elusive, leading to the closure of the mine.



As a player, you must navigate the perilous mine, document your investigation with a camera, solve the mysteries behind the disappearances, and overcome obstacles while evading the dangers lurking within.



Features:
Genre: Walking Simulator
Explore room-to-room, observing evolving events.
Experience the challenges faced by miners.
Uncover the untold story of the mine.
Short horror game with a duration of approximately 2 hours.





WARNING:
Epileptic seizures associated with increased sensitivity to light are Possible. Some people may experience seizures when exposed to flashes of light and flashing images that appear in a video

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

The game contains images of scenes of violence that can have a negative impact on the psyche. Some content items may not be suitable for certain age categories. A reasonable restriction of the game audience is recommended.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GTX 1070 8GB
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K
    • Graphics: GTX 3060 8GB
    • Storage: 10 GB available space

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