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Below, Rusted Gods

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91%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
91% User Score Based on 122 reviews

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Below, Rusted Gods is a single player simulation game with horror and thriller themes. It was developed by FromSouthGames and was released on July 29, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

Attention Operator, You have been selected to oversee a critical mission. Our team of elite soldiers is set to descend into a newly discovered abyss, believed to lead to uncharted territories beneath the earth. Your role is to monitor the soldiers' progress, ensuring their safety and collecting data. Monitor Your TerminalsAs they venture deeper, remain vigilant and provide guidance based on their …

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91%Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews
story19 positive mentions
  • Exceptional atmospheric horror with a thick, tense ambiance driven by sound design, lighting, and environmental storytelling.
  • Unique gameplay concept where the player acts as an operator monitoring and managing an expedition, creating a fresh perspective on horror.
  • Engaging narrative with multiple endings encouraging replayability and a deep Lovecraftian/biblical horror-inspired mystery.
  • Many gameplay mechanics are underutilized or only used once, leading to a feeling of inconsequential interactivity and repetitive sequences.
  • The story and characters can feel thin or underdeveloped, with some players experiencing disconnect or frustration with limited player agency in communication.
  • Certain puzzles lack clear instructions or are buggy, and the time-gated structure combined with the need for multiple full playthroughs to access all content can feel like a chore.

  • story

    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    32% positive mentions, 63% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions

    The story offers a slow-burning, atmospheric horror experience focused on a deep underground expedition, with strong Lovecraft-inspired themes and rich environmental storytelling. Multiple endings and branching choices add significant replay value, though some players find character interactions limited and pacing a bit slow. Overall, it provides a gripping, tense narrative praised for its mystery, mood, and immersive storytelling style.

    • “Below Rusted Gods excels in its way of storytelling by throwing you straight into a mystery and allowing conversations, tapes, and the environment itself to flesh out the narrative.”
    • “The unfolding story gradually reveals fragments of the ancient civilization and terrifying forces hidden below, while the branching structure ensures that player decisions influence how events develop.”
    • “Your decisions actually carry weight and branch the story into completely different endings, so there's actual incentive to replay it rather than just watching the other choices on YouTube.”
    • “It's disappointing because I really wanted to get invested in this story about 4 men seemingly forced by some government to sacrifice themselves to learn about some deep entity, but you barely do anything to assist them and most of the time all you will say to them is "understood," "acknowledged," and "..." You don't even bother to tell them about what's happening around you or what you're learning about in the B-plot.”
    • “When paired with the half-baked gameplay elements, the runtime just outside of the refund window (no, you can't skip or speed up the dialogue), the flat characters and storyline, it unfortunately had me walking away feeling like I'd just experienced a cheap asset flip, which is disappointing.”
    • “Really liked my experience with this title, all of the horror comes from your head with only 2 jump scares in my playthrough, although the story is very hard to wrap your head around I kinda got the gist of it and watched a YouTube video on all of the endings and yeah it's Lovecraftian horror about a hole in the ground, the only thing I didn't like is some of the mechanics seem to be not fleshed out as they should, in the beginning of the game one of your crewmates places a camera facing a strange door they encountered and asks what to do, you can see the door and tell them where to go but later on that same camera there is a creature you can see it but cannot tell anyone about it despite the commander asking you to tell if you see anything on it.”

  • atmosphere

    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 7% negative mentions

    The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its thick, tense, and immersive quality, achieved through excellent audio design, lighting, and storytelling rather than relying heavily on jumpscares. Its slow-building, psychological, and Lovecraft-inspired horror creates a haunting, unsettling experience that deeply engages players and sustains dread throughout. This carefully crafted ambiance, combined with thoughtful pacing and environmental storytelling, makes it a standout atmospheric horror title.

    • “Without relying on cheap jumpscares, BRG creates a thick and tense atmosphere through audio design and lighting.”
    • “Below, Rusted Gods is one of those rare games that immediately nails its atmosphere and never lets go.”
    • “Kudos for also writing the horror in a way that doesn't rely on jumpscares but on storytelling, sounds, atmosphere, and the player's imagination; many big-name companies can't achieve this and a 2-dev team did it just right.”
    • “I understand that the dev was trying to build atmosphere over cheap jumpscares (though the game has a few of those (and they're fine)), but looming threats mean nothing without actual danger.”
    • “I wish my PC could have handled the fog atmosphere better because I bet it looks totally sick at 4K max graphics, but I was barely pushing 60 FPS at medium with DLSS/balanced settings.”
    • “The atmosphere is doing most of the heavy lifting here—the audio design and lighting build constant tension.”

  • gameplay

    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    17% positive mentions, 73% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions

    The gameplay focuses on observation, investigation, and decision-making in a support role, offering a unique, atmospheric, and intellectually engaging experience with minimal combat or action. While the core mechanics are straightforward and create tension through radio communication and team guidance, many feel underdeveloped or used only briefly, resulting in limited interactivity and a short playtime. Overall, it appeals to players who enjoy psychological horror and narrative-driven gameplay but may disappoint those seeking deeper mechanics or longer engagement.

    • “The core gameplay revolves around observation, investigation, and decision making instead of direct combat.”
    • “By placing players in a support role where observation and judgment become the primary mechanics, it delivers a distinctive experience that feels both immersive and intellectually engaging.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are straightforward, responsive, and keep the pacing tight throughout.”
    • “When paired with the half-baked gameplay elements, the runtime just outside of the refund window (no, you can't skip or speed up the dialogue), the flat characters and storyline, it unfortunately left me feeling like I'd just experienced a cheap asset flip, which is disappointing.”
    • “The game is about 2 and a half hours long and has very little gameplay... and that's being extremely generous.”
    • “However, just about every mechanic in the game falls flat, is only used once or twice, or actually isn't interactive.”

  • graphics

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 29% neutral mentions, 21% negative mentions

    The graphics are widely praised for their immersive, VHS-style aesthetic and effective bodycam visuals that enhance the game's terrifying atmosphere. The visual storytelling and atmospheric design are considered top-notch, contributing significantly to the cosmological horror experience despite some performance limitations on lower-end PCs. Overall, the graphics excellently complement the game's mood and presentation.

    • “I loved the aesthetic, the VHS vibes, and the concept of sending a team to explore some buried, ancient temple with a sleeping god.”
    • “It's terrifying in the best way, and those bodycam style visuals really work, super immersive.”
    • “Graphics are legit top notch.”
    • “Unfortunately, it really seems like it falls into the trap of visuals over substance.”
    • “I wish my PC could have handled the fog atmosphere better because I bet it looks totally amazing at 4K max graphics, but I was barely pushing 60 FPS at medium settings with DLSS/balanced.”
    • “Graphics.”

  • replayability

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The game offers solid replayability primarily through multiple endings and branching choices that encourage players to revisit and explore different story paths. While the overall runtime is relatively short, the varied outcomes and secrets enhance its value, though some feel the lack of voice acting and certain frustrating puzzles slightly detract from the experience.

    • “Multiple endings further encourage replayability, inviting players to revisit the story and experiment with different choices to uncover additional secrets hidden throughout the expedition.”
    • “Fantastic 2 hours of gameplay that encourages replayability!”
    • “There was one puzzle at the end that was a little frustrating but still engaging, the presentation is excellent, and there are branching choices that give it some replay value despite its brief runtime.”
    • “I'm a little slow, so it took me 6 hours to get to one ending - the game can be completed quicker and has some replayability with different endings.”
    • “I think they messed up the price. I would be more than happy to pay around $14-16 considering the value you get. There is a lot of replayability, but I do hate the lack of voice acting, which would have given this game a huge bump.”
    • “There was one puzzle at the end that was a little frustrating but still engaging. The presentation is excellent, and there are branching choices that give it some replay value despite its brief runtime.”

  • humor

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated for its clever writing and sharp wit, adding a consistently enjoyable layer to the experience. Players highlight the well-timed jokes and playful banter that keep the tone light and engaging throughout. Overall, the humor effectively enhances the game's charm and entertainment value.

  • emotional

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users highlight that the game effectively evokes strong emotions, successfully creating a tense and unsettling atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.

    • “It had been a long time since I played a horror game that actually made me feel uncomfortable and tense.”

  • music

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music is generally well-received, with users describing it as good and fitting well within the game.

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is exceptionally well-optimized, running smoothly without any bugs or performance stutters, offering a notably stable experience compared to typical modern PC releases.

    • “I ran into zero bugs or performance stutters, which is a breath of fresh air for modern PC releases.”
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Play Times

5h Median play time
4h Average play time
2-6h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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Below, Rusted Gods is a simulation game with horror and thriller themes. Common tags for Below, Rusted Gods include first-person, indie, psychological, exploration, psychological horror and others.

Below, Rusted Gods is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Below, Rusted Gods.

Below, Rusted Gods was released on July 29, 2026.

Below, Rusted Gods was developed by FromSouthGames.

Below, Rusted Gods has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked Below, Rusted Gods for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Below, Rusted Gods is a single player game.

Similar games include No one lives under the lighthouse, ROUTINE, The Complex: Expedition, Luto, That Which Gave Chase and others.