Adventure · 2016
The Descendant
In THE DESCENDANT, the end of the world is only the start. With what remains of humanity protected in underground Ark facilities, your mission is to keep survivors alive, while discovering a far greater conspiracy buried within…
Key facts
- Released
- 24 March 2016
- Genre
- Adventure · Indie
- Length
- ≈ 6 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Gaming Corps
- Critics
- Metacritic 59
- Steam reviews
- 89% positive (7,123 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Story" vibe
- ≈ 6h to see the end
- Story rich
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Descendant?
Expect about 6 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Descendant with friends?
No, The Descendant is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Descendant on?
The Descendant is available on PC.
Is The Descendant a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 59. On Steam, 89% positive (7,123 reviews).
What games are like The Descendant?
In the same spirit: The Fall, Tormentum - Dark Sorrow and The Red Strings Club.



