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MISERY
Action
Adventure
Indie
Massively Multiplayer
Simulation
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
LAN Co-op
Custom Volume Controls
Keyboard Only Option
Mouse Only Option
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Family Sharing

MISERY is a 1–5 player co-op survival game set in a nuclear disaster zone. Here, every day is a struggle: search radioactive ruins for resources, build your bunker, craft weapons, and explore a weird, procedurally-generated world with your friends. Beware of anomalies, monsters, and armed bandits.

Developers: Platypus Entertainment
Publishers: Ytopia
Release Date: Oct 23, 2025
Price (USD): $8.99
Current Players: 5.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(84%)
immersive atmosphere
multiplayer with friends
base building
unique setting
procedural generation
combat system
multiplayer experience
performance issues
unfinished feel
repetitive loop
Overall, the game is praised for its immersive atmosphere and multiplayer capabilities, especially among fans of STALKER and similar genres. However, many players feel the game suffers from performance issues and lack of polish, making it feel like it should be in early access rather than a full release. The procedural map generation and the combat system received varied opinions, with some finding it refreshing and challenging, while others saw it as repetitive and clunky. Despite these issues, there is optimism that future updates will enhance the game's potential.

Positive Points

  • The game offers an immersive and atmospheric experience with a unique setting that captures the spirit of STALKER and other post-apocalyptic survival games.
  • Many players appreciated the multiplayer aspect, finding it enjoyable and more engaging when played with friends.
  • The game features a procedurally generated world, making each playthrough unique and allowing for exploration of new layouts.
  • Players found the base building and bunker customization aspects to be rewarding and enjoyable, adding depth to the survival mechanics.

    • Negative Points

  • Performance issues such as lag, frame rate drops, and crashes were common complaints among users, highlighting the need for optimization.
  • Some players noted that the game feels unfinished, likening it to an early access title rather than a full release due to bugs and incomplete features.
  • The core gameplay loop was criticized by some as being repetitive and lacking depth, with not enough variety in enemies, anomalies, and loot.

    • Mixed Points

  • The procedural generation and map variety received mixed feedback; while some appreciated the changing environments, others found the maps to feel repetitive and small.
  • The combat system was divisive, with some players enjoying the challenge, while others found it clunky and frustrating.

    • Common Themes

  • The game draws heavily from the STALKER series in both theme and atmosphere, which resonated well with fans of the genre.
  • Playing with friends is frequently mentioned as enhancing the overall experience, making the game more fun and less repetitive.
  • There is a shared hope among players that future updates and mod support will address current shortcomings and expand the game's content.
    • Updated 10/28/2025, 12:01:26 AM UTC
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