Dark Atlas: Infernum

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Dark Atlas: Infernum is a single player action adventure game. 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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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story5 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a captivating atmosphere, drawing players into its dark and moody world.
The storyline is engaging and well-developed, with intriguing lore and collectibles that enhance the exploration experience.
The game offers a unique blend of horror elements, combining challenging gameplay with a rich narrative that appeals to fans of the genre.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including problems with controller compatibility and movement controls.
Some puzzles and gameplay mechanics can be frustratingly difficult to navigate, leading to moments of confusion and irritation.
The game lacks certain quality-of-life features, such as manual save options, which can hinder the overall experience during tense moments.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The game's story is praised for its intriguing and well-developed narrative, set against a beautifully crafted atmosphere with Lovecraftian elements and a subtle political layer. While the storyline captivates players, some find the puzzle-solving aspect frustrating at times, and the complexity of the plot may confuse those who don't engage deeply with the game's details. Overall, it is considered a strong entry point for fans of the genre, offering a rich and immersive experience.
- “The game looks amazing, with a very nice atmosphere, a captivating storyline, and engaging puzzles. Amazing work from the devs.”
- “Dark Atlas: Infernum is a thrilling horror experience with stunning graphics and a story that pulls you in from the start.”
- “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.”
- “However, on another note, sometimes it's hard to find the puzzles themselves to progress the story, and I've found it to be a little 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; there are a lot of details, and it may get confusing if you don't pay attention to the notes or audio recordings.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The graphics in Dark Atlas: Infernum are widely praised for their stunning visuals, impressive lighting, and unique art direction, contributing to an immersive horror experience. While some users noted the need to adjust initial settings for optimal performance, the overall aesthetic, including atmospheric elements and particle effects, enhances the game's spooky vibe, despite occasional frame rate drops.
- “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.”
- “The atmosphere, environments, music, art style... a really immersive experience.”
- “I also had to play around with the graphics and sensitivity settings a little bit at first, as the default settings felt very off-putting; however, it was easily fixed.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning visuals, intense mood, and immersive environments, drawing comparisons to beloved franchises like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. Players appreciate the seamless narrative and engaging sound design, which collectively enhance the overall experience.
- “The game looks amazing, with a very nice atmosphere, engaging storyline, and challenging puzzles. Amazing work from the devs.”
- “As someone who thoroughly enjoys franchises such as Silent Hill and Resident Evil, I find this game hits the right spot if you're craving a dark, moody, and slightly gothic atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere, environments, music, and art style create a truly immersive experience.”
- “The atmosphere is intense, and the narrative flows seamlessly, keeping you engaged the whole way through.”
- “One of the game's strengths is the atmosphere, sound, and story.”
- “The atmosphere, environments, music, art style... a really immersive experience.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in this indie horror puzzle game is highly praised for its excellent, epic, and haunting quality, contributing significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere and rich lore. Reviewers highlight the superb sound design as a key element that enhances the overall experience, drawing comparisons to the atmospheric qualities found in titles like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation.
- “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 a rich lore behind it, superb art direction (including music and sound design), and difficult gameplay that takes a cue from games like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay of this indie horror puzzle game is characterized by challenging mechanics that blend exploration and puzzle-solving, drawing inspiration from titles like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation. It features a rich lore and impressive art direction, though some mechanics, such as the panic rooms, feel underdeveloped.
- “This is a small-team indie horror puzzle game with a rich lore behind it, superb art direction (including music and sound design), and difficult gameplay that takes cues from games like Amnesia and Alien: Isolation, with a hint of Lovecraftian horror.”
- “Some mechanics, like the panic rooms, could’ve been explored more.”
- “Gameplay mixes exploration with a few puzzles.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game runs smoothly on high-performance hardware, such as the Asus ROG Ally Z1 Extreme, with no noticeable stuttering or frame rate drops. Overall, the optimization appears to be effective for those using capable systems.