The Long Dark: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts
The Long Dark (2017): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

The Long Dark (2017) is a shooter, simulator, strategy, adventure video game developed by Hinterland Studio Inc., available on Series X|S, PS4, Linux, PC, PS5, Mac, XONE, Switch. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 79/100 on IGDB.
What is The Long Dark about?
Welcome to The Long Dark, the innovative exploration-survival experience Wired magazine calls "the pinnacle of an entire genre". The game is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies but only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.
Key details
The Long Dark was released in 2017 and supports single player. Platforms: Series X|S, PS4, Linux, PC, PS5, Mac, XONE, Switch. Developer: Hinterland Studio Inc..
Should you play The Long Dark?
A solid 79/100 aggregate score makes The Long Dark a safe pick for fans of shooter, simulator, strategy, adventure.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of game is The Long Dark?
The Long Dark is a shooter, simulator, strategy, adventure game by Hinterland Studio Inc., released in 2017.
What platforms is The Long Dark on?
The Long Dark is available on Series X|S, PS4, Linux, PC, PS5, Mac, XONE, Switch.
Is The Long Dark good?
The Long Dark has an aggregate score of 79/100 from critics and players on IGDB.



