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erdetspill is a single player open world shooter game with horror, comedy and erotic themes. It was developed by erdetsokrates and was released on July 26, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

erdetspill er et absurd førstepersons-eventyrspill satt i en liten norsk bygd. Oppdraget er enkelt: hjelp bestefar med å kjøpe to is. Gjennomføringen derimot er alt annet enn simpelt. For å ha råd til is må du innom banken, lånekassa og poletiet for å løse en rekke absurde problemer som oppstår underveis. Hva du gjør: - Snakk med særegne karakterer og fullfør oppdrag i din egen rekkefølge - Ut…

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99%Audience ScoreBased on 488 reviews
humor25 positive mentions

  • Unique and quirky Norwegian cultural humor and setting that offers a fresh and authentic comedic experience.
  • Engaging mix of absurd story, varied gameplay including mini-games and environmental interactions, combined with retro PSX-inspired graphics and original Norwegian voice acting.
  • Highly praised for its emotional impact, memorable characters, and being regarded as one of the best indie games with some calling it Game of the Year.
  • Lack of English or other language subtitles limits accessibility for non-Norwegian speakers.
  • Short playtime of about 1-2 hours may leave players wanting more content or longer story.
  • Game restarts progress upon death which some players find frustrating.
  • humor

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

    The game's humor is characterized by its distinctly Norwegian, absurd, and dry wit that resonates strongly with local culture and fans of niche, meme-inspired comedy. It combines exaggerated everyday situations, quirky characters, and retro aesthetics to create a charmingly offbeat and memorable experience, though its humor and language may limit appeal for international players. Overall, it is praised as a creative and genuinely funny indie adventure with a unique, personal style.

    • “Rather than striving for realism or dramatic storytelling, the game celebrates the humor found in exaggerated everyday situations, delivering an experience that constantly surprises players with unexpected twists and unconventional objectives.”
    • “Its combination of absurd humor, nonlinear quest design, entertaining mini-games, retro-inspired visuals, and uniquely Norwegian atmosphere gives it a memorable personality that is difficult to confuse with anything else on Steam.”
    • “Utgangspunktet var å kjøpe to is til bestefar, men resultatet ble et narrativt og humoristisk eventyr av en slik karakter at det sannsynligvis vil forbli i erindringen over lang tid.”
  • story

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    27% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 27% negative mentions

    The story is praised for its unique blend of absurd humor, experimental and nonlinear storytelling, and a distinctly Norwegian atmosphere that offers both emotional depth and surprising twists. While the narrative may appear simple, it is complex at its core, delivering memorable and engaging experiences, especially for players familiar with Scandinavian culture. Overall, it stands out as a creatively rich and highly recommended narrative.

    • “From the little moments at the bank, to the artistic side of me being released while designing my ID, to the final conclusion, the setting really personified the wonder of this story.”
    • “It shows the utterly beautiful depths and scenery of Norway with a simplistic storyline, yet it is complex at its core.”
    • “If you're not from Scandinavia, you are going to have a hard time playing it; the voice responses when you flip someone off are absolutely peak, quests are both fun and kind of confusing.”
    • “It shows the utterly beautiful depths and scenery of Norway with a simplistic story line, yet it is complex at its core.”
    • “Rather than striving for realism or dramatic storytelling, the game celebrates the humor found in exaggerated everyday situations, delivering an experience that constantly surprises players with unexpected twists and unconventional objectives.”
  • gameplay

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    38% positive mentions, 62% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its smooth mechanics, creative environmental interactions, and emotionally engaging elements, offering a unique and entertaining experience. Despite its simplicity, the gameplay supports experimental storytelling and provides excellent value, making it a memorable and enjoyable aspect of the game.

    • “Players can complete objectives in different orders while engaging with environmental mechanics such as carrying, throwing, and manipulating various items.”
    • “These mechanics are intentionally simple, yet they complement the central adventure by breaking up progression with entertaining distractions.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics also brought a tear of joy to my eye, the elk and crows were amazing, truly perfect opponents, even if they were 2D.”
  • graphics

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their charming simplicity and handcrafted environments that create a memorable village identity. Its retro-inspired visuals, combined with a unique Norwegian atmosphere, contribute to a distinctive and appealing presentation rather than technical sophistication.

    • “The intentionally simple graphics emphasize charm over technical sophistication, while handcrafted environments help the village maintain a memorable identity.”
    • “This game is so good, amazing story, amazing graphics and all in between.”
    • “Its combination of absurd humor, nonlinear quest design, entertaining mini-games, retro-inspired visuals, and uniquely Norwegian atmosphere gives it a memorable personality that is difficult to confuse with anything else on Steam.”
  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music is highly praised for its originality and emotional impact, with users describing the soundtrack as heavenly and deeply immersive. The authentic Norwegian voice acting further enhances the cultural atmosphere, making the game's audio experience unique and memorable.

    • “OST-en (original soundtrack) is heavenly to listen to and even brought me to ecstasy with some tracks!”
    • “Original music and full Norwegian voice acting further strengthen the authenticity of the setting, making the game feel deeply rooted in its local culture.”
    • “I deleted all my playlist and only listen to Erdetspil soundtrack.”
  • atmosphere

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

    The game's atmosphere is richly infused with a uniquely Norwegian identity, blending absurd humor, nonlinear quests, and retro-inspired visuals to create a memorable and distinctive experience. However, its exclusive support for the Norwegian language may limit accessibility for international players.

    • “Its combination of absurd humor, nonlinear quest design, entertaining mini-games, retro-inspired visuals, and uniquely Norwegian atmosphere gives it a memorable personality that is difficult to confuse with anything else on Steam.”
    • “The humor, dialogue, and atmosphere all benefit from this commitment to its Norwegian identity, although players should be aware that the game currently supports Norwegian language only, which may limit accessibility for international audiences who do not understand the language.”
  • replayability

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

    The game offers surprisingly high replayability, as players tend to miss content during their first playthrough.

    • “Surprisingly high replayability, as you miss things the first time you play.”
  • optimization

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

    The game features exceptional optimization, delivering smooth performance even on lower-end systems. Users praise its efficient resource management and minimal lag.

    • “Insane optimization!”
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erdetspill is a open world shooter game with horror, comedy and erotic themes. Common tags for erdetspill include free to play, first-person, 3D, indie, linear and others.

erdetspill is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

erdetspill was released on July 26, 2026.

erdetspill was developed by erdetsokrates.

erdetspill has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked erdetspill for its humor but disliked it for its story.

erdetspill is a single player game.

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