ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo)

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ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) is a single player open world management game with horror, mystery and post-apocalyptic themes. It was developed by Mickey_Scorez and was released on October 14, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

WISHLIST ON STEAM! In ANGST, you awaken alone in a vast, frozen wilderness, where survival is your only goal. The icy winds howl, wolves prowl the dark forests, and every resource must be fought for. Chop down trees to build fires that stave off the biting cold, craft weapons from scavenged materials, and struggle to stay alive. The world of ANGST is unforgiving, but beneath the snow and ice l…

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88%Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

story5 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Offers a satisfying and accessible survival experience that balances challenge with a more forgiving and relaxing gameplay compared to harsher survival games.
Strong atmospheric and immersive world with a unique art style, excellent sound design, and subtle storytelling that creates a haunting and emotional experience.
Well-crafted crafting system and steady progression mechanics make each success feel earned and provide motivation to continue; active developer support improves game stability and quality of life.

Limited content and short overall game length; some players find it grindy and repetitive with back-and-forth travel and scarcity of variety in enemies and biomes.
Combat mechanics are simplistic and somewhat frustrating, lacking depth and skill-based challenge, with issues like weapon durability and ineffective dodging.
Some UI and control inconsistencies, lack of key remapping, and minimal story exposition may hinder enjoyment for certain players; pacing and narrative delivery can feel slow or unsatisfying.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally short, spanning around 4-12 hours depending on side content, and features an oppressive, subtle narrative conveyed through environmental storytelling rather than explicit exposition. While some find the plot engaging and the progression motivating, others criticize it for being dull, repetitive, and lacking purpose or voice acting. Overall, the story offers a creepy, mysterious atmosphere but may feel dragged out or simplistic to some players.
- “I love how quick I was sucked into this game and how easy it was to grasp the story and what was needed of me to do next.”
- “The tone is immediately oppressive in a quiet, psychological way: the environment seems to carry a story that it refuses to reveal all at once, turning each step into an attempt not only to survive, but to understand.”
- “Visual storytelling replaces traditional exposition, and the game prefers subtle hints over explicit explanations.”
- “Same vibe as Last Day on Earth but with only a few weapons, a short story, annoying mechanics, and few enemies. 60% of the game is just walking from point A to point B.”
- “There is no easy way to heal, no voice acting, dialogue text is uninteresting, everywhere in the game looks the same, and quests are dull, mostly requiring repairing places on the map with gathered and crafted resources.”
- “Think 'Deadwood' in terms of storytelling but less 'dark'.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay offers a balanced survival experience that combines immersive, harsh environments with a more forgiving progression system, making it accessible yet engaging for both newcomers and veterans. While some find the mechanics simple and enjoyable, others note limited content and pacing issues like excessive walking. Overall, it delivers satisfying survival gameplay with a focus on atmosphere, though it may feel short and slightly pricey for some players.
- “Even though it is a short game and is much more lenient in terms of survival mechanics, Angst offers a satisfying feel for survival lovers without feeling too on edge and it becomes a more relaxing experience once you get the hang of the combat mechanics.”
- “The environment feels harsh yet immersive, and the steady sense of vulnerability keeps the gameplay engaging without becoming frustrating.”
- “It treats loneliness, fear, and desperation as gameplay elements just as significant as hunger or cold.”
- “Same vibe as Last Day on Earth but with only a few weapons, short story, annoying mechanics, and few enemies. 60% of the whole game consists of just walking from point A to point B.”
- “For players unfamiliar with high-stakes survival mechanics, the harshness of the early game may feel punishing.”
- “While the mechanics lean into unforgiving realism, the game attempts to soften the blow with a steady progression system that retains growth between runs.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a charming, low-resolution art style that is both visually pleasing and easy on the eyes, combining elements reminiscent of "Don't Starve" and "The Long Dark." This unique and relaxed art style enhances the game's atmosphere, making it engaging and enjoyable without being overwhelming.
- “A fun mix of Don't Starve and The Long Dark, simple yet engaging game with a charming art style.”
- “This game offers a great balance between simple graphics and crafting, creepy story and environment, and somewhat challenging combat.”
- “Great atmosphere and unique art style.”
- “It's an isometric The Long Dark with low-res graphics.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is notably intense and can feel formulaic and repetitive, but the unlocks happen relatively quickly, preventing it from becoming overly tedious. Despite the grindy nature, some players find entertaining elements, like unique tasks involving animals, that add variety.
- “It's bland, formulaic, and intensely grindy for such a small game.”
- “For one thing, it's grindy.”
- “Real grindy.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique, haunting style that effectively blends a quaint, creepy, and psychological survival thriller ambiance. Its slow-burning, well-crafted environment creates a compelling and immersive experience that stands out as a key strength.
- “The game is well crafted and the unique style adds a lot to the atmosphere of a quaint, creepy survival thriller.”
- “For those who appreciate atmospheric, slow-burning survival titles with a strong psychological dimension, Angst: A Tale of Survival offers a distinct, haunting experience worth exploring as it continues to grow.”
- “Great atmosphere and unique art style.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game "Angst: a tale of survival" is praised for its emotional depth, focusing on emotional endurance alongside physical survival. It creates a charged atmosphere that emphasizes immersion over spectacle, successfully delivering a poignant and emotionally engaging experience.
- “Angst: A Tale of Survival, developed by Cherrypick Games and published by Games Operators and Cherrypick Games, is a survival experience built as much around emotional endurance as it is around physical struggle.”
- “Hopeward Hollow feels intentionally empty yet emotionally charged.”
- “Despite these shortcomings, Angst succeeds in crafting a survival experience grounded not in spectacle, but in emotional immersion.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers good replayability, as different choices and progression paths encourage multiple playthroughs beyond just unlocking alternate endings.
- “Maybe it was the way I progressed through the game or the choices I made, which is why I started a new run and why I think it is replayable, not only to get the other ending.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game runs smoothly and maintains a stable 60 FPS on the Steam Deck, indicating strong performance and stability on this platform.
- “Runs great on the Steam Deck, hitting 60 FPS.”

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ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) is a open world management game with horror, mystery and post-apocalyptic themes.

ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) is available on Windows, Xbox and PlayStation.

ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) was released on October 14, 2024.

ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) was developed by Mickey_Scorez.

ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

ANGST: A TALE OF SURVIVAL (free demo) is a single player game.

Similar games include The Long Dark, Winter Burrow, Winter Survival, Core Keeper, Green Hell and others.

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