Indie · 2014
The Long Dark
In short: The Long Dark is an Indie game by Hinterland Studio, released in 2014 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo. It takes about 48 hours to beat. Critics rate it 76/100.
The Long Dark is a game about surviving in the unforgiving conditions of frozen North Canadian taiga. The Arctic wilderness may be breathtakingly beautiful, thanks to the game’s artful visual style, but it is also deadly. Low temperatures, hungry animals like wolves and bears, and starvation can easily kill your…
Key facts
- Released
- 22 September 2014
- Genre
- Indie · Adventure · Action
- Length
- ≈ 48 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Xbox · Nintendo
- Studio
- Hinterland Studio
- Critics
- Metacritic 76
- Steam reviews
- 90% positive (112,575 reviews)
- Best price
- $34.99 · Humble Store
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Creative" vibe
- ≈ 48h to see the end
- Open world
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Long Dark?
Expect about 48 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Long Dark with friends?
No, The Long Dark is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Long Dark on?
The Long Dark is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo.
Where to buy The Long Dark for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $34.99 at Humble Store. Prices are checked daily.
Is The Long Dark a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 76. On Steam, 90% positive (112,575 reviews).
What games are like The Long Dark?
In the same spirit: Wrongworld, Force of Nature and Breathedge.
