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THE DESCENT
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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January 5, 2024
2 years and 295 days ago
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Mostly Positive149 reviews78.5%
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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.
Features:
Genre: Walking Simulator
Explore room-to-room, observing evolving events.
Experience the challenges faced by miners.
Uncover the untold story of the mine.
Play Time:
Approximately 2 hours [ Main Story ] + 1 Hour [ Collectibles + Ghost Capture ]
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.
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
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