Dark Atlas: Infernum

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Dark Atlas: Infernum is a single player shooter game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Night Council Studio and was released on November 13, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Dark Atlas: Infernum is a disturbing first-person story where an esoteric end of the world meets psychological survival horror with a strong narrative component. What would happen if a ghostly-looking humanoid figure suddenly appeared in your living room? It doesn't speak, it doesn't move, it doesn't react. It just stands there and something tells you not to get too close. And if this same thing …

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93%Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

story5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features stunning art direction with impressive lighting, detailed environments, and an atmospheric sound design that enhances immersion.
It offers a rich, intriguing lore with a well-crafted story inspired by Lovecraftian horror and dark academia vibes, appealing to horror and exploration fans.
Despite being developed by a very small team, the developers show care and passion, with continuous improvements and support after release.

The hide-and-seek chase mechanics can feel frustrating and sometimes cheap, especially in cramped areas where escaping enemies is nearly impossible.
Some puzzles lack sufficient hints or design clarity, making progression occasionally confusing and requiring back-and-forth running between areas.
The protagonist's character writing feels inconsistent and unconvincing, which detracts from the story’s psychological depth.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38% positive mentions, 39% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its intriguing, well-developed narrative with a rich, dark atmosphere blending horror, Lovecraftian themes, and subtle political layers. While the complex and detailed plot captivates players, some find certain story elements or puzzle progression occasionally frustrating or confusing without attention to in-game notes. Overall, the story is considered a strong point, enhanced by quality dubbing and immersive design.
- “I'm currently on chapter 2 out of the 4 chapters in the game, and even though I haven't consumed any outside media related to the story, it's been very intriguing and well-developed.”
- “An essential game for lovers of the genre and a good entry point for those who want to venture into a dark and oppressive world for the first time, with a very well-crafted story and lore that, together with its complete dubbing in Spanish and English, makes you not want to miss anything that is happening.”
- “The story is set in Spain during what seems to be an outbreak, but it quickly shifts into something more esoteric, with a clear Lovecraftian tone and a subtle political layer.”
- “Sometimes it's hard to find the puzzles themselves to progress the story, which can be frustrating at points.”
- “Had she been a secondary character, this would be an insignificant problem, but the story relied heavily on this psychological internal conflict, and it's a pity it wasn't executed better.”
- “The story is complex with a lot of details; it may get confusing if you don't pay attention to the notes or audio recordings.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their stunning visuals, impressive lighting, rich art direction, and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the horror experience. Some users noted occasional FPS drops due to heavy particle effects, and initial adjustments to graphics settings were needed for optimal play. Overall, the art style and visuals strongly contribute to the game's spooky and engaging ambiance.
- “Dark Atlas: Infernum is a thrilling horror experience with stunning graphics and a story that pulls you in from the start.”
- “Its strongest asset is the art direction: excellent graphics, impressive lighting and color work, and a heavy use of particles, which can occasionally cause fps drops.”
- “Love the visuals, spooky vibes and immersion.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game delivers a richly immersive atmosphere characterized by dark, moody, and slightly gothic tones, complemented by engaging environments, sound, and art style. Players appreciate its intense and seamless narrative flow, making it a standout strength alongside its captivating storyline and puzzles.
- “As somebody who thoroughly enjoys franchises such as Silent Hill and Resident Evil, I have found this game hits the right spot if you're craving a dark, moody, and slightly gothic atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere, environments, music, art style... a really immersive experience.”
- “The atmosphere is intense, and the narrative flows seamlessly, keeping you engaged the whole way through.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music in this indie horror puzzle game is praised for its excellent, epic, and haunting qualities, greatly enhancing the immersive atmosphere alongside the art and sound design. It effectively complements the game's rich lore and tense, Lovecraftian-inspired ambiance.
- “The soundtrack is excellent, epic and haunting.”
- “The atmosphere, environments, music, art style... a really immersive experience.”
- “This is a small-team indie horror puzzle game with superb art direction including music and sound design.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33% positive mentions, -33% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The gameplay combines exploration and challenging puzzles inspired by titles like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation, set within a Lovecraftian horror atmosphere. While the mechanics, such as panic rooms, add tension, some elements felt underutilized. Overall, it offers a difficult but immersive experience enriched by strong lore and art direction.
- “This is a small-team indie horror puzzle game with rich lore, superb art direction including music and sound design, and difficult gameplay inspired by games like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation. The lore adds a hint of Lovecraftian horror.”
- “Difficult gameplay that takes a cue from games like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation, but some mechanics, like the panic rooms, could have been explored more.”
- “Gameplay mixes exploration with a few puzzles.”
- “Some mechanics, like the panic rooms, could have been explored more.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without noticeable stuttering or FPS drops, even on high-performance devices like the ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme.

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