Dark Matter lights up Steam

InterWave Studio’s side scrolling action game Dark Matter is now available to purchase via Steam for an introductory reduced sale price of £10.79. The offer ends on October 24th. Take a look at the trailer and don’t be afraid of the dark. For more info, take a look at the official Dark Matter website.

About Dark Matter:
Dark Matter is a 2.5D survival horror game set in a derelict spaceship besieged by a sinister alien presence, and infested with deadly parasites. As the Ensign, you must explore echoing hallways and facilities, scavenge for parts and blueprints, expand your arsenal to four deadly weapons and freely customize each to fit your combat style against intelligent, reactive enemies. Dark Matter aims to deliver a hard-hitting take on the survival horror genre, in deep space, with a heavy emphasis on tactical combat and exploration.
Key Features:

 

  • 14 levels in a gritty tale of deep space survival
  • 4 weapons, each with 4 ammo types
  • Four craftable upgrades to customize your weapons
  • Collect scrap and alien resources to craft your own tools and health packs
  • Invest in the weapons and upgrades you prefer, develop your own combat techniques
  • Complex enemy AI that reacts to the player’s actions and tactics
  • Non-linear exploration and storytelling
  • Elemental ammo effects that allow you to freeze, dissolve, electrocute or set fire to your enemies
  • Light and darkness are integral parts of gameplay, not just visual touches
  • Uncompromisingly real-time light and shadow casting for spine-tingling moments of pure, darkness-fuelled terror
  • Clean, hand-painted textures and custom shading techniques are combined in a unique visual style
  • Dynamic soundtrack that adapts to gameplay circumstances

Written by: Rob Cram

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