A Dark Room Game Reviews

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Still enjoyable after all these years. I picked this game up several years ago and probably play it again once every year and a half or so. As the developer points out, you can really only experience this game for the first time once. But long enough gaps in replay seems to recapture enough of the magic for me. The game is quite unconventional and rewards those with enough patience to feel it out and explore. The audio logs after beating it once are interesting, but seem to be bugged now - The game crashes after each log completes and you have to restart to hear the next one.

Incredible story, unique gameplay like nothing else. I love this app. I have beat it at least 5 times, probably more. What I love is the story. It's not your typical click dialogue and interact story, yet it has that feel. Your trying to survive in this world, and yet this story progresses around you. It's incredible. The freedom of the player yet the solid storyline are beautiful when viewed through the minimalist game play. There are no flashy decals, or crazy graphics, because that's not the point. It's the story, and allowing the user to have the freedom to choose while demonstrating their theme. Beautiful, gaming and storytelling.

10/10 would recommend. This game is a beautifully written story with phenomenal structure. It seems to start out slow, but is only the beginning of an eerie story that can be anything you imagine it to be. I’ve bought this game, thoroughly enjoyed it and redownloaded it years later to enjoy it again. But as the maker of the game states, you can really only experience your first experience once. My first experience will always be the best. Another respectable aspect to this game is the physical format of its layout. An easy to follow screen with understandable tabs makes the game comfortable to run and leaves out anything that could possibly form an image for you. The game is literally what you make it. Give it a chance. ~May the fire burn brightly for you, may it keep you warm~

Minimalist wording andlayout. First the good, the game is fully accessible with voiceover. It turns out the developer took special effort to learn about that and do it. Also, ad free. It also doesn’t have in app purchases that basically make you feel like you’re wasting effort if you can’t afford to pay a lot, which makes it stand out from the other games because they like to nickel and dime you to death. the minimalist interface is a good thing. The minimalist wording is not because I am a grammar nerd and like complete sentences, more options and clear plots.. I also don’t particularly like the plot after my first Playthrough and I have to enjoy the plot to wanna play again. Therefore, it only gets a four-star, even though it probably does deserve a five.

Such An Intriguing Game. At first, I was pretty skeptical of the game. Reading a couple reviews is what really pushed me to buy ADR. When I started playing, I admit was confused and was starting to doubt the game. But I’m not a person to give up too easily. So I continued with the game, the more I play the more I felt curious and engulfed by ADR. There are feelings that this game will make you feel that other games will not. It’s such a simple game but it can also make you feel such complex feelings. I definitely recommend this game to everyone, just give it a chance. I promise ADR will give you a new experience. May the fire burn brightly for you, make it keep you warm.

I love it. But. I played this game for two weeks and completed it. Very fun to play and I love it. I only have one small complaint. The fact that each time you die on the dusty path you lose everything that you gathered. There were many times where I would gather so many important things and new ones to that I forgotten where I found them and I would die and lose all of it. This makes the game boring and frustrating to . I don’t know if the sequel of this game is like this to, but if it is, I am not buying it until this issue has been fixed. I consider this an issue not a challenge. Thank you very much for your understanding and I hope you read this review developer. And thank you once again for this great game

Captivating and Addictive. I came across the web version of this game randomly after searching for fun games to play while bored online. After a short session, I was hooked. Realizing there was an IOS version of the game, I got it immediately. This is the perfect time passing game that keeps you enthralled and entertained the entire 3-4 hour journey. The game is both rewarding and punishing at times but never trades your enjoyment for frustration. The game begins like a resource clicker-type-game, and then expands into a mystery adventure. This game is for someone who loves indie developed games and simplistic designs. Excited to play the prequel!

Beautiful, immersive game.. For years, I’ve started and then forgotten about A Dark Room, but I always really enjoyed playing it. This time, I committed to finishing, and I’m so glad I did. Finally getting to experience the complete narrative was so rewarding and chilling. The secrets from the devs made finishing even more fun. Despite its minimalistic interface, ADR is surprisingly visual. Very quickly, I was able to see the village, the builder, the gaunt man, the mines, the dusty path and everything the game had to offer in my head. It added a level of immersion that I don’t often get in iOS games. Overall, I’m so glad I finally finished this game. Can’t wait to try it out without building huts!

Unlike anything I’ve played before.. Although I agree with most of the reviews, I’m not going to gush over this game and make you think it’s Gods gift to text based games, as this is my first, but I will say as a culminate experience, it is without a doubt worth your money and 5 stars. My only complaint would be I wish it had its own soundtrack. Just a subtle breeze blowing through the trees while you’re managing your village. Music, or even ambient sounds, I’ve found, profoundly impact video games, especially ones as meaningful as ADR. Outside of that, as my first text based game, it was enjoyable and I feel like I’ve been missing out on a very special genre of video games. At 35 years, I’ve missed a lot of good games over the years and thankfully ADR has opened my eyes. Honestly, after beating the game, the extra stuff in the menu from these guys would have provoked me to give 5 stars even if the game was abysmal. It was a very nice touch and something unseen in the industry. Thank you!

Not a gamer but totally hooked.. I've never been into games, but saw a review on HuffPost and thought I'd try it on a lark. I was hooked. I've never been addicted to a game before and I spent three days addicted- I slept less and avoided other things if I could. I liked it never told you what to do- you had to just figure it out. Towards the end it moved slower- didn't find/earn new things, so my interest lagged some. I plan to play it again now that I "get it". Now I must do all the housework I've neglected... Update 2018: have played several more times in past years, for the challenge, the uniqueness, and just overall what it says about us and society

There are no words. There are no real words to describe how you will feel after you complete this game. Your experience is your own, but I had chills for a while. I became so attached to this world, and I greatly appreciate the graphics. From what you catch and understand to what dialogue goes right over your head. Your experience is your own. I played through this game once several years ago and didn’t think much of it. I played through it again and I’m speechless. There’s so much I missed and so much more I understand through the beautifully done dialogue once you complete the game. May the fire burn brightly for you. May it keep you warm. Keep wandering Wanderer m

Thought for your thoughts. I’m a simple man. A Dark Room was a quiet, simplistic, and addicting experience. I fear the deeper meaning of ADR was lost on me the first time around but I thoroughly enjoyed it nonetheless. I got ADR today and finished it today (a testament to its addictive powers, not my speed running skills, of which I have none.) I was completely pulled out of my real life whenever I opened this app. About to start my second play through and I’m honestly excited to see what I make of it this run. Let me end by saying thank you to the creators for the time and effort you put into A Dark Room. Your passion and care really showed and I look forward to gaining even more appreciation on my next pass. Good day.

Engaging Imaginary Imagery. Read somewhere it was a top app. Thought I’d give it a go.... In the early 80’s, text adventure games were the precursors of modern, computer based, video games. Immediately, this reminded me of those early games - completely cerebral. Eventually, the game gives way to the current fad of rapid tapping to win battles, but all the while you’re gaining knowledge and playing with strategy. (So, this felt acceptable.) I was surprised at it’s subtle draw. I found myself wanting to play it, late at night, to wind down. At points I felt compelled to conquer the game, but could easily put it down. Starting up again was always easy. I welcomed that attribute more than I realized at first. The pacing is just right. (Good job, guys.) It’s a neat game and a nice change of pace from the typical, graphic intensive, games I usually play. I will likely seek more colorful renditions, of conceptually the same style of games like this, to play in the future.

No sound- BUT still an awesome game. I was obsessed with the browser version of the game so I had to get the app, but there’s no sound! The sound was my favorite part of the game. I was promised sound and that’s nonexistent. So disappointing I feel like the excitement has been ruined. — That was my initial feedback, but I was too curious to obtain the lore so I played anyway. I miss the spooky atmosphere of the desktop version HOWEVER I LOVE this game!! The lore is incredible and I love how each different dialogue and ending challenged my preconceived idea of the world. It was so fun to put the puzzle pieces together. So yeah, I miss the infrastructure and sound of the desktop version, but I stayed for the storyline and I’m so glad I did.

Wowwww what a journey.. I just recently moved my life across the country and it’s been alright. every night I sit outside look at the stars and listen to the wind. Always thinking about the past I remember playing a game where I lit a fire embarked on journeys and finding alien artifacts, never knowing what to do with them. I scrambled for a week trying to find the game I played 8 years ago and here I am. At last I can say I finally found it, beat it and getting a piece of mind. I’m writing this listening the wind again wondering where my next journey begins. What an amazing game thank you for the experience again.

Wonder and exploration await. I distinctly remember my first play through, my 7th grade self found a dark room on a school computer and it slowly began to occupy my mind during the lulls in Texas history. The slow creep of new mechanics and mysteries about the unique world you’re dropped into practically beg you to explore the dusty path and the subtle lore hidden throughout all aspects of the game. The minimalistic nature of the game encourages you to fill in the lore of the world yourself, allowing each player’s journey to be their own, as well as providing very satisfying revelations when you stumble upon some knew knowledge. May the fire burn bright for you, may it keep you warm.

Beautiful. This game is really, and I mean, really good. It took me awhile to finish (small attention spans and lots of wandering), but the pacing was excellent. It is a game that provides the flexibility to either speed through or it really just mess around and enjoy it. It has a lot of mysterious and foreboding elements to it, but really excels at providing a gratifying way to track your progress. It is cynical, yet hopeful. It was worth every bit of the $1.99 without any ads or in-game purchases. Will definitely be buying other games from the devs. Great job, guys. Keep it up and don’t change a thing.

Hard Mode Please!. Edit: I miss the old version! The one where you start off with nothing! If you could just make it so I could turn off getting those extra supplies at the start, I would be very grateful This is an amazing game. I go to it whenever I need something familiar and comforting, and it never lets me down. Amir has created a terrific world and combined it with a beautiful gameplay and an excellent story. It can be dark at times, but it's always worth a play through. I have his other two games as well and they're also fantastic. They're well worth it.

Honestly, give it a chance. A friend of mine introduced me to the desktop version back in March of 2016. I thought it was kind of far out there and wasn’t too intrigued. After playing it for a second day, I got hooked. Ever since then I’ve been trying to play it, but I’d misplace my save file and my laptop broke. When I saw this was offered on iOS three days ago, I had no hesitation in buying it. I was so eager to play, I finished it in 3 hours. It may not seem like very long, but I knew what I was doing. It was just as frustrating when I played it the first time, but even more enjoyable. I had beaten it twice on desktop. It seems vivid and confusing, but if you notice the different nuances and patterns, it all becomes clear. You don’t get a parade upon finishing the game, it’s better, you get wisdom and insight. I plan on finishing it 3 more times this week. This game is perfect for those who want a game that allows you to explore a landscape on a limited plane, or for people who just want a game to play on the train or during a union break. I highly recommend it

No game can impact you like this one. After only my second complete play through a couple years later I am still amazed at how addicting this game is. Not only does it feed my addiction through progression, but through the hunger for me power and adventure. The actions I must commit truly question my moral character, who I am and what I’m doing in this wonderfully built universe. It truly was an incredible experience like nothing else on mobile. I am compelled to play the ensign again, listen to all the post game content and once again, thirst for me. Thank you for this incredible experience.

Absolutely worth completing.. When you begin playing A Dark Room, it seems on the surface to simply be a text-based survival and accumulation game. It is a slow start, extremely minimalist and not immediately rewarding, which will turn most app game players off. As you keep playing through, it becomes clear that it is so much more than a survival game - it contains a powerful story that is intimately affecting and confronts the player’s preconceptions of accumulation and progress as being inherently good. The gameplay is frustrating, almost claustrophobic at times, and the plot is bleak and disturbing. Beyond this, though, the game contains its own sort of haunting beauty that stays with you long after completion. The secrets at the end of the game are worth sticking it out for!

Still go back to it every so often. I remember playing the browser version of this game several years ago, and being intrigued by finding it in the App Store. It might seem strange to pay for a game you’d played through for free but for the price, why not? The mobile game is a sufficient upgrade and worth the price a few times over. The simple, unique experience is something I find myself going back and reliving every so often. If you’ve never tried the game before and happen upon this, give it a shot, just try to be patient in the opening sequence.

Still the best app on the App Store. Recently I redownloaded this app not having played it for about 3 years. I remembered the general idea of the game and the end result, but I forgot a lot of the major sequence events throughout. Just like the first time I played it, I had a surreal experience. This game is unlike anything you will see. It does what a lot of games fail to do- it does not only provide entertainment, but it interacts with your life outside of the game; it makes you feel something very profound that works its way into your thoughts outside the virtual world. I have thought about its message countless times and it amazes me to this day how such a simply designed text based game was able to have such an impact. Worth every penny.

Brilliant Game. I highly recommend this game to anyone with an active imagination or anyone who loves falling into a story. This game places you in the middle of mind-bending twists and forces fate upon you in a way that leaves you wondering what could have been. The writers and creators of this game have done an incredible job building a world that reveals itself the more you play, build and explore. I wish I could review every aspect of this game, but there are so many twists that I would not want to spoil the surprises for anyone! After becoming invested in the story and completing the game the first time, it is so fun to go back and figure out how you could have pushed the limits even further. I greatly enjoyed this game and have purchased the prequel to enjoy as well. Super high recommendation for this game and anything this developer comes out with! Download this game!

Please give this game a chance. Please give this game a chance it only asks for so little bit gives you so much in return. Playing in 2017 most games are all about having the best graphics, character development, and what not. But this game stayed simple. It allowed me to create my own world and question the reality around me. This game is strange. What world was this? And many others (thoughts) came to mind. It starts off slow but have patience. Patience is key. This game has taught me that. It has made me cry, smile, and feel lost. But remember if you’re every feeling lost... Stroke Fire... and keep playing. Note the developers: thank you for such a great game. You have sent me through a world of emotions. And am hopeful to the future. And once again thank you ~from a simple girl whose has been inspired.

Get it. I just finished a Journey And got lots of new stuff like iron swords and steel swords and after I embarked I decided to review this application even though I haven't played it in a while. It's... it's like... so real. In this very unique Story, I had a theft in the village. Just today, this evening, The villagers, my slaves, found the bad guy and killed him and I got over ten thousand of my supplies back. Get this and go far into this story and You'll get to the guts of this incredible story. The best thing about it is before long, you're kinda combining a bunch of things together. I first bought this game because I was going on a very long trip to upper peninsula of Michigan and it first was this boring game where all you could do is stoke this fire you have lit. The cool thing about it is when the fire isn't lit, it will show it's title, a dark room. If the fire is lit, the header will show a fire lit room instead. I've beaten the game several times. But after upgrading to iPadOS 13 every time I try to listen to one of the parts of the commentary of secrets the app will crash. I am a voiceover user which makes this game a lot slower but I like it anyway.

A Simple but Enthralling Experience. A Dark Room is a game that takes a simple premise, and finds a way to make it interesting and engaging. There's no need for any highly developed visuals or cinematic sequences - the limited amount of information the game gives you is more than enough to not only build a world worth exploring and understanding, but to keep you invested until the end. The game may not be for everyone, as it lacks a lot of the superficial details that many modern games focus on, and this may be a characteristic that can be hard for some to engage with. But if you can compensate for the lack of superficial detail with you own imagination and curiosity(we do that with books all the time), this game will provide a truly unique and memorable experience, and is well worth the price point.

Love it. I played this game once on the web a couple of years ago and purchased the iOS version, but I never opened the app or finished the web version. Today, while looking through my purchase history, I saw ADR and was immediately thrown back to the intrigue I felt when playing the web version and proceeded to download it. I was sucked into the story again and even restarted a couple of times when I realized there were perks that assist in exploring the world in the hopes of getting them earlier. While it is a simplistic game, there is an in-depth story that leaves you kind of unsettled but definitely needing to know more. I only wish I could play it for the first time again.

Absolutely Phenomenal. Myself and 4 of my cousins have always been very into various types of gaming. Personally I had never experienced a game similar to this in any way. At first I was indifferent about it, It wasn’t as if I had lost interest seconds into it, but I wasn’t sure what it was all about. I took my time, I read every little message that popped up and carefully progressed through the game, soaking up every little detail. I finished the game for the 7th time earlier today and decided I would leave a review just because of how extraordinary I find this game. I want to say a huge thank you to Amir and Michael for all of the time, effort, and thought put into A Dark Room. I 10/10 recommend this game to anyone who wants to expand their gaming genre and explore a text based, time extensive game. Please take your time and try to appreciate everything about the game, and I promise you it will be worth it and you will love it. P.S. The Ensign is also a very great game and once I have ventured farther into it and beaten it just a couple more times I will be sure to leave a review there as well.

Absolutely Glorious. I didn’t really know what to expect from this game when i first purchased it, but I’m so glad I did. The simplicity of this app makes it so complex, and it left me confused and wondering, but the storyline was so odd i couldn’t stop progressing. I feel that the simplest of games are always the best. The effort and detail was extraordinary. It was definitely worth the money I spent on it. I highly recommend this game, and it never gets old the more you play it. If you start again, there’s always something you find that you never saw before. I absolutely love this game, and I feel I always will.

Fantastic Game. I tested out this game a long time ago, played for a few hours, and didn’t really get into it beyond a piqued interest. I tried it again this weekend, and WHAT. A. RIDE. I had no idea what this game was capable of being, especially as you go further along. The game flawlessly teaches you how it should be played without a tutorial, or any direct indication of what you should do next. The story is told beautifully without the mention of any names, just small changes to details that you only notice after skipping past them the first time they came up. 5/5, would absolutely recommend to all my friends. Great job!!

Wow. I played this game a few years ago, on the old version which is funnily enough, no longer available in the states. Even after all of this time, I am still just as in love with this game as I was when I first started. The storyline is very interesting and the subtle shift from villagers to the enslaved adds even another level a story depth which I just adore. Overall I love this game, but if one thing were to be improved, I would love if there was more locations or different enemies, since after a few cities, you know exactly the order and difficulty of the foes. But, besides that, I don’t really have any complaints. If you’re looking for an addicting game with a subtle, yet mesmerizing plot, this is for you~ Thank you Michael and Amir for making such a beautiful game, you really did an amazing job.

Better than I could have imagined. Finished in 144 minutes, and I wish it took longer. Played straight through with out putting my phone down once. It’s the best way to play this game. I was completely immersed in a text based game, emotionally attached to the characters and the world in my mind. The simplicity of the story line leaves a lot to the imagination, but in a good way. I was shocked at the twists that come along the way, and how addicting it became. The developers are geniuses. You truly can only experience the game for the first time, once, and it’s brilliant. May the fire burn brightly for you, may it keep you warm.

My favorite Mobile game in over 13 yrs. This has by far been the best gaming experience on any mobile device I have ever experienced. For context, I have been partially gaming on this platform since the first iTouch came out in 2007. I generally do not review titles, but felt compelled to leave my thoughts after just completing this one. The creator ensures that there is never a dull moment. The pace is constantly increasing. I honestly can’t think of a time during my play-through in which I wasn’t constantly doing something or trying new things. I was fully invested from start to finish. Overall the game left me feeling very fulfilled, on the same level as some of the best console games I have played. If there was any game that I could recommend to anyone on mobile, it’s this one. You will not regret it. Thank you to the creator for the time you put into this game and for giving us an experience that is rarely achieved on this platform.

Wow.. I’ve played this game before, a long time ago. I beat it once but didn’t take time to enjoy the ending. Today after about 3.5 hours of casual gameplay over 3 days I beat it for the 2nd time. Taking time to listen to the developers words is great. Incredible game. Looking forward to starting the ensign. I’ve been looking forward to this for a long time. Thank you for this experience. Some people will never know the time & work that goes into creating such an addictive game in this format. I sure won’t. But I appreciate it. GG , let’s see where the ensign takes us

My first textie—addictive. I came to computer gaming later than many—my first was the “Myst” series, and when I found this one recently on the app store, I questioned why it was available. For the first 15 minutes I played it, I found it absurdly simplistic and uninteresting (with the display capabilities of my iPad, why am I staring at naked text??). I set it aside for weeks, then retried it, and finally ended up enraptured. Trying to figure out the most productive ratio of work allocation, gambling on improving my odds by loading up on valuables while not taking more than I was willing to risk losing, and trying to interpret the builder’s sorrowful commentary were really engaging and intriguing.

Curiosity killed the cat but satisfaction brought it back!. I bought this game a while ago and I finally decided to pick it up. I stoked the fire and wondered, what is here for me? I soon found out through a satisfying drip of information that there was more to this world than meets the eye. Secrets revealed, new shocking dialogue said, and a need to discover more pulled me through the game. I literally gasped at a certain part of the story (for those of you who have played it, you know EXACTLY the line). I was crushed at times but I pushed through to get to the end, and what’s this? A way to play the game that could make things turn out differently? Yes please! I began again immediately. Don’t let the minimal aesthetic fool you…there’s more here than meets the eye. Thank you to the wonderful devs who brought this game to life. It is an experience that I will never forget.

Great game!. The only reason I gave this game 4 instead of 5 stars was due to the lack of any visual/audible stimulation outside of words, symbols, and lettering, which I know was the point of the game, but I personally, would have gotten much more satisfaction with some brief, but additional sounds and visuals. With that said, the developers did an outstanding job creating this world using the simplest of artistic concepts to drive home the ultimate vision and goal they had in mind for this game- to stimulate the mind and create an in-depth world for the player to visualize through words and simplicity- and they did so very effectively and beautifully. Overall, very addictive despite the lack of visuals or sounds. It was an OCDer’s HEAVEN when venturing out to reveal every last inch of the map. Kept you on your toes and guessing over and over. Bravo!

A truly satisfying experience. Got the new iPhone yesterday. So wanted to play some new games to enjoy the bigger screen. Came across this text based adventure and couldn’t resist. It had been a while since I last played a text based game and decided to give this a shot. Needless to say, I wasn’t disappointed. The game is simple to begin and has an amazing progression. This can be a case in study for tutorial done right, without making it seem like a tutorial. What this game lacks in visuals, it more than makes up for it with its soul. A truly amazing experience. Can’t wait to start a new adventure.

Very Impressive, Great Game. I played this game for the first time a couple years back and loved it, just re-downloaded a couple days ago and already went through it twice. Really interesting concept and the program is awesome, the fact that one dude developed the whole app is super dope. I would recommend this to anyone that appreciates relatively simplistic (in terms of the layout) but engaging games. It’s not flashy and the visuals don’t stun you, but that’s honestly part of what makes the game so great, how plain he/she left the program with almost no graphics. I would rate this 6 stars if I could, easily one of my favorite games.

something changed for the worse. A few years ago I would have raved about this game. Today not so much, what’s changed is that the text is so very tiny when playing on an iPhone SE, no matter what I do in the phone settings, the typeface isn’t scaling for the display… well it is if you consider the size of the iPhone SE display and yet, I’ll say again adjusting any and all “font” sizing on the device has no effect and the game is unplayable. Well I could play if I wanted eye strain and headaches. For now if you have a smaller display like the iPhone SE I would say pass on this game, Sadly this developer has no contact email that I could find in order to bring this to their attention. I guess they are too good for that, so here is How I am reaching out to them, and warning all of you. Hope this review helps, perhaps it will change into a rave review when the issue is fixed.

Challenging but fun. To be honest I had no idea what the game was before purchasing it. I read on a list somewhere that it was a good game and decided to give it a shot. It was out of my normal scope of games but after playing for a period of time I really got into the progression of everything. After quite a bit of progression, things just kinda stopped. I wasn’t sure how to make the next step happen or what to do. I put the game down because of frustration and went onto the next app. After about a month of not playing, I picked it up this morning figured out a few things and finished it tonight! Point being, give the game a shot. It is different than most you will see but it turns out to be a lot of fun. After finishing, I actually was disappointed it was over. I enjoyed it so much I didn’t want it to end. I will say, that I think I could have shaved quite a bit of time off if I knew how it would end. I guess that is what a second play through is for although I’m not sure whether I will or not. Give it a shot, it’s only $.99.

Fantastic. Took me 182 minutes to finish the game and it was fantastic, I found myself drawn in and not wanting to put it down. It can be slow at first, and making a functioning economy can be difficult but it’s all about the challenge. Every time I died on the dusty path made me a little upset but I just wanted revenge and to see what was farther out. Game can feel grindy at some times but picks right back up after a little bit. Going to play through again with different styles. Worth the 2$ for sure. If you have trouble justifying the price, think about it as a three hour movie for 2$, that you control, that you can play over and over again, and that you own forever. It’s a good investment I think. I might try to play the web version. Overall, great game and good developers. Worth the 2$ and has replay value. Good game 5 stars

Masterpiece. This game was hands down the best game I have ever played on my phone. It was creative, unique, challenging, simple controls but very complex story and meaning behind every text that you read or choice you get. No other game in the App Store has given me a sense of urgency or joy. No other game has given me the feeling of danger and loss. I would actually be scared to venture out and explore because I might loose my stuff or I might stumble on a sniper. Every step I took off that road I could feel my heart rate go up. I can't wait to play the pre-sequel. This game was brilliant keep up the good work.

Awesome start to finish. Started ADR a few years ago when I was in highschool workin on an island in the middle of a lake with no cell reception. Now almost a decade later I saw it again and remembered how much cool it was back then. Started it while on a flight cross country and finished the game a few days later (Today). It is just as good as I remembered, and then some, especially since I actually completed it this time around. Definitely recommend 100%, this is the first review I've ever written, but it deserves it. No if you'll excuse me, I need to see what's goin on with these huts...

New Layout Blues. Was my favorite. Could play it for hours. New layout has cart wood and check traps buttons annoyingly close and shoved in corner. Seemingly they wanted to expand middle area info. I don’t know how it could be possible, but these layout changes have shifted this from a game I would play back to back to back— to a game I can’t force myself to get through one time. Seriously, I go back to it and think maybe I just haven’t given it a chance. But having the buttons you most need to tap so close and or so high up, makes it feel like a tedious clerical task instead of an intuitive journey. And I love this game. Want to contact programers and ask them to please change it back to the original. I’ve uninstalled and reinstalled with hope that they might have changed it back, but no luck. Dear Programmers: the past layout was perfect. Your game was brilliant. Please restore it. Thank you.

Simple But Stunning. I love text based adventure games so when I found this I thought I’d give it a whirl. Here I am after binging on the game continuously for about 2 and 1/2 hours straight. The ending just left me wanting more, and I guarantee you if you enjoy text based games where you picture the story and the action playing out in your head, then this is simply a must for you. No ads, no glitches (that I found in my play-through), no micro transactions, it’s a gem of a game. My only critique is a lack of ambient music, but I just played my own in the background, otherwise a perfect game. 5 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

A letter to the Creators. I have loved this game my whole life. I played it when I was younger for the first time, and listened to all the audio after I completed it. It meant so much to me to hear that audio, and this game will forever hold a place in my heart. This game gave kid me a different perspective on the world, while also giving me hours of entertainment. I think in total I’ve completed the game 4 or 5 times. Now that I’m an adult, I’m currently in college, I don’t have time to play it all the way through anymore. I hope everyone gets this game, and considers donating. The creators put their heart and soul into this game, and I will forever love them for it.

Captivating and Intriguing. One of the simplest games I have played, but also the most emotionally rewarding. With beautiful and dark twists and narrative throughout I was always interested in going further. At first I felt disappointment when the fire was lit, the dark room wasn’t dark anymore. The most agonizing 15 seconds of gameplay was waiting for that next bit of narrative, and the most rewarding when finding out the fire wasn’t the only important thing to take care of… May the fire burn brightly for you. May it keep you warm.

Simple yet not in the best ways.. This game is fantastic. If you've never played it before the 1$ price is trivial compared to what you'll get from this game. The story and gameplay is very well crafted in its own unique ways. I've had this game for a long time now and have played it a handful of times. Stuck at the airport or some other place? This is perfect for those situations. No need to be staring at the screen unless you can perfectly time hitting a pause button. If it even exists in other games. Bottom line is. Get this game. Enjoy it to its fullest and then some. And let everyone else know about it.

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Definitely suggest it. The only thing I will say without spoiling anything is that this game is unlike any other game I’ve ever played before in my life. And I’ve played a lot of games in my lifetime, but this is the most unique. When I first read some reviews I was skeptical and still questioning whether it was good or not during the first few minutes, but after a while I got really into it. Definitely should play 10/10. I will be getting the prequel Ensign as well

Best dollar I've ever spent.. I've never found an app as in depth as this. It's serene. From the first time you press the stoke fire button to the time when your journey ends (or doesn't), you are emotionally attached. There are so many things you can pick up on that aren't said directly. It isn't needed to have a team of 100 developers and millions of dollars to make a game. This, this is without a doubt the best game I've ever played. It's all you could want.

Fantastic. Love to see other reviews of people saying there’s no plot or that the game is a sham. Love the simplicity, love the thought that went into it, and love the whole thing. Played through a few times now and every time the commentary is just great. Also great to see work is still being put in to this game years after I first played it. Thank you for this masterpiece.

Skeptical at first, but.... This game is amazing! If you're a "graphics-are-king" tool, don't bother. If you want an enjoyable experience, pick this up and you won't regret it. Admittedly, I haven't reached the end of my journey with this one, but having played it for the last hour and a half, I wholeheartedly trust. The only reason that I stopped to write this review is because it is midnight, and if I don't take a break now, I won't sleep.

Unexpectedly poignant. This game is slow burning, but really quite beautiful. It progresses seamlessly too. It takes just the right amount of time to complete. I would definitely play this game if you’re looking for an abstract, minimal adventure game where you get to kind of interpret the story and the world yourself— and then have your preconceived notions about it shaken up as the game develops. You also get to listen to the game’s developers talk about all the secrets and stuff after, and that debriefing made everything make much more sense!

A dark room review by a noob. I found the game delightful, especially being fairly inexperienced with text based games. I never would have thought to use fists on my own and glad to have achieved this skill/perk on my second attempt after research on the game. During this second attempt I decided to show mercy and thought it really neat to get a sneaky perk. I enjoyed thinking about all the possible strategies. Great game!

What an experience. I remember as a small kid back in 9th grade when this game was released. It was a part of a free app of the week deal, and I loved checking out those games. This mobile game, unlike others, had a story to tell. As I grew older and can understand more than I used to in this game, I loved the tension that was released throughout this game and I am glad I revisited this masterpiece 4 years later. I can not wait to try out the prequel and the newer game that you have created. Again, 5 years from your amazing creation, job well done my good sir. Job well done.

One of my favorite games of all time. I just replayed this after a few years and wanted to hop on to show my appreciation because this is still one of the best out there! The way the story builds mystery and slowly unfolds in unexpected ways is genius. The gameplay is simple but challenging, and is just frustrating enough to make you want to beat it without sucking out the fun. There’s also a prequel game called the ensign, which is equally brilliant (if not more so). If you’re considering getting this game, do it!! It’s truly one of a kind.

Wow!!. I have been playing games my entire life. I love video games and everything they bring to the table. “A Dark Room” is one of the best games I have ever played, not just mobile games, ALL GAMES! I love the lack of knowledge you have in the beginning and how a certain path to follow is not given. You decide how this story ends. How the developers foster a level of curiosity that I have never felt before is a true work of art. I would give 10 stars if I could. Absolutely wonderful game. Thank you so much. Can’t wait to play the prequel!

Amazing. I finished the game for the first time last night (304 minutes) and it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. I started off slow but it didn’t take long for me to be hooked. Don’t let the single screenshot fool you, this game is everything but simple. A special thank you to Amir and Micheal for creating this gem. I am now going on to replay the game with no huts and I’m very excited. Thank you very much.

A true gaming experience. This is the one app on my phone that I can truly say I enjoy playing to the fullest extent. It is original, it is true to itself, and offers all of its content for its purchase price. The story is eerie, disturbing, and told in a powerfully simple way. Each line of story leaves you aching for the next one and initiates a drive to find the next objective. I've never had so much fun staring at a screen full of text. Don't let the lack of graphics prematurely chase you away. The interface is charming and drives the mystery home.

An obscure game more should know. A Dark Room is a game with depth you don’t find in every game. It’s simple, with no visuals and only text to guide you, but it still manages to tell a vivid story. How you interpret that story is up to you. Is it about survival? Love? Greed? The game is whatever you want it to be, and it can be as long or short as you want it to be. It’s all up to you. The devs have made a truly clever game I’m sad I’ve finished. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment, thank you for making such an awesome and memorable game. :)

Reviews, and mine. Most the 1 star reviews are from people who don’t enjoy this style of game. I don’t recommend looking to far into them. Unless you want to see some elitism commentary and utter stupidity Spoilers ahead: Now then, the games not for everyone and rating on scales is silly. Everyone has their own taste. But for $2 this game has a lot of replay value. It’s fun, the first play through you’ll buy huts, and regret it as your companion grows to despise you, yet you still love them. Next play through you’ll avoid the huts, keep it just the two of you. It’ll be slow and painful, you’ll appreciate whatever little they gather. Then, they’ll fall unconscious, you’ll be alone yet determined. You’ll make mistakes, fail and lose, but never give up. You’ll win and will feel accomplished.

More fun than you’d expect. 173 minutes to beat it here... very fun game.. I was hoping for more of a difficult task in building up the thing at the end (don't want to spoil). I had heard that a certain item was important, so I held onto it every time I saw it. I kinda wish you needed a few different materials to rebuild it... but I don't think that takes away anything from how great the game is.. this is more of an afterthought just so I could have an excuse to keep playing the game for longer than it took me.

Wild and unexpected!. I very seldom leave reviews. This game blew me away. Wasn’t sure what to expect. It started out with a simple enough idea. It was amazing to watch it grow more complicated and with each phase draw me deeper in. To the point that I could not put it down. This is much more than a game it is a thought provoking work of art that is to my own surprise the greatest mobile game I have ever played. Well done!

Great game!. Despite being all text based, this was one of the funnest games I've played since the last Fallout! I was amazed how it carried my imagination. Thanks so much Update - a couple of years have passed, I’ve played the rest of your games and enjoyed them all. I still Google you regularly hoping for news about a new game - please make something else! A Dark Room remains the single best game I’ve ever played on my phone!

Unique Genre of Gaming. This game is phenomenal. I have had the game for the past several years, just now beating the game for the first time. It is so unique in that it retains your interest whenever you come back to it. A lot of games have a tendency to get stale and you never become reintegrated. But, this game always has something new and inquisitive to offer. I would describe this game as a story-telling adventure and strategy.

Most amazing game ever. This game has to be one of the the greatest games ever capturing the incredible survival experience... in words, yes this game is entirely words but don’t be discouraged it is not a reading type of game pictures are just replaced with words and really like the look and feel of it it gives a nice and clean looking game with awesome adventure and resource management. And overall this game is definitely worth the money but to be honest the second one isn’t good just play the first one plz devs make a third one like this game id buy it like many others.

Quaint. Love the developer commentaries at the end.. I initially gave this game 3 stars, but after completing it, I went back once more to complete “without huts” and started listening to the developer commentaries. I think that little bit of extra information made the game significantly more interesting, and, in a way, ..real. Still I say, it’s worth the $2, it makes me a bit nostalgic for true text games, but now I also think, it is a great variation on the text games of yore. Here’s hoping it can be developed into a whole new genre. Awake. Head throbbing. Light the fire.

Honest Review. i don't normally review games. this one however, absolutely deserves one. i've been playing this game since high school, and i've always came back to it. one of my favorite games on the app store. it's quite a beautiful game that i highly recommend playing. i don't want to say too much about it, the mystery your first time playing it makes it that much more enjoyable. check it out, and don't give up.

Well worth the cost and time. I had played the desktop version of this before but never got very far. On vacation a friend recommended the app and it was the perfect thing to kill time. The scraps of story were interesting and after playing it through once I immediately wanted to do it again. Four stars because I noticed that sometimes the response time would be extremely slow - it could make it very hard to move around the map and made the final section impossible the first time I tried it.

Still my favorite game❤️. I downloaded this app back when it was first launched and no matter how many apps I've downloaded since, this has always been my favorite. I still play this every once in a while and I get quicker every time. I'm so happy to be a part of this experience because I truly think this app is art. I won't go into details because you need to experience this for yourself, but I whole heartedly recommend this amazing app!

A great adventure!. For some this game won’t be entertaining, as it requires imagination and some may get bored with the words. I for one have loved playing this game, trying new ways to win each time. I’ve completed it countless time but each new game I play is better than the last. I suggest everyone give this game a chance, as it’s only 1.99$. If you want a game where you create basically your own path but still follow an interesting storyline this game is for you.

Awesome game. I first downloaded this game when it came out and never really understood it at the time and had downloaded it because it was at the top of the charts. Weird reason I know. But, as I got more into text based rpgs and what not I found myself brought back to a dark room when someone recommended it to me. Such a dark and fantastically written story at the same time while remaining simplistic. I’ve played through it so many times now. Still haven’t beaten it without huts lol. But I love this game and maybe I should try the prequel.

A well made game. Really did not know what to expect - this is the first game I've gotten addicted to in a while. It's really mysterious and rewarding at the same time. There's no one right path - you can keep on exploring and experimenting and building. The game has lots of surprises that come at different times to keep things moving along. You get to be creative and each time you continue playing you'll encounter something new and different.

Wow. Such an incredible game.. I rarely write reviews but this is just such a great game. At first I was like “ok, it’s a fun little time waster”. Then the depth just kept growing. I threw it down several times after dying, only to be dragged back saying “ok, one more time”. It’s a gripping game that keeps you thinking, but it’s not so difficult that you quit from frustration. If you are losing, think more and try again. Can’t recommend this title enough. Woohoo 1000th review! :D

Wow. Just wow.. This game was so much fun. The lure to get more supplies, build more, explore more—it all fed that dopamine side of me without the game coming off a tacky. And the mystery of the game that slowly unfolded...just wow. I didn’t want to stop playing, because I needed to know, and...wow. Overall, a well crafted game that kept me engaged. Now that I beat it, well...I very well might try beating it again. Although I’m sure that she’d be disappointed...

Slow but amazing. I first played this with a friend on his phone awhile ago, and thought it was slow, boring and monotonous. After playing it through myself, I fell in love with this game. I’ve gotten it on every device I own and have played it through. I have yet to beat the challenge mode! But, I highly recommend this game to anyone who enjoys a beautiful and intriguing story. The controls are simple and easy but the story definitely makes up for it.

Incredible. I have never been so intellectually and weirdly enough, emotionally moved by this game. The game forces you to decipher a storyline that is vague but still keep you intrigued throughout. Playing this game makes you think deeply about the meaning of existence and what it truly takes to survive. The plot line was so precisely portrayed with merely clues and hints to guide you. This RPG allows the player to create their own image of the games world in their head. The developers are very intelligent and creative minds, I would suggest this to anyone!!!!

A standard for text-based games. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience in A Dark Room, and for 2 bucks it’s absolutely worth your time and money. It’s great for short play sessions, maybe on a break or a longer session on a plane or train. The game can feel tense at times, especially when managing resources, so dont expect an idle game. My only issue is that A Dark Room constantly feels like it’s trying to get its message across, but it’s often too vague to do so.

Amazing!. This game is a work of art the time put into making payed off immensely as this game combines storytelling a sense of mystery and adventure leaving the player intrigued but want to find out more, to find the end. I’ve never seen another game that does what this game does even close to as well as it does it, the storyline is thrilling the gameplay is surprisingly fun. Altogether this is a game I would recommend to anybody even my great grandpa who hates smart phones would love at least some part of this game if not all of it!

The best. This is hands down my favorite game of all time. If I would have paid 60 dollars for the experience I have experienced and I have donated btw. When I said this was a game I lied, this is an experience. It is so immersive despite the simple design. If you do decide to purchase this (do) make sure you listen to all of the audio clips at the end. It just shows you how much time the developers put into the game. Did you know you could play this blind!?!? Crazy. It is so worth your money like no joke just give it a chance

Great game well worth the $1. I had fun playing this game from start to finish. It took me 300+ hours and I enjoyed every second. It harkened back to old text games and requires a dose of imagination but it's very fun. I'd recommend it to anyone who is sick of social media and sick of the other junk on our phones. This is a perfect blend of the text and brightness capabilities and extremely creative. Oh that builder, I wish I could catch her. I'll try again without huts.

Beautiful and Haunting. I downloaded this game years ago and have since deleted and redownloaded it several times. This time I played it through to the end and was left with the same feeling I do when I finish my favorite book or movie. This game evokes such intense emotion in such a simplistic way. The thought and care that the creators put into the game is felt throughout. I will never forget this unique, mind-twisting experience.

Worth it. After finishing A Dark Room on the web for free I was more than willing to spend a little to get more out of it. I wasn’t disappointed! The new narrative and other bits that were different from the web version were exciting and getting to play it through more than once with new challenges meant the experience wouldn’t run out quickly by any means. Thank you to the developers!

Absolutely Stunning. The ambiguity and secretiveness of almost every action in this game is awe inspiring. This is not a game, this is an experience. I finished it in 281 minutes, about 4.5 hours the first time. Then 5.5 hours the second, and then about 7 hours the last time. This game gets better and better each time you play it. A true marvel in the world of gaming.

Beautiful. This game is beautiful, it tells a tragic, somber, yet inspirational and introspective story in such a simple way. From the moment you begin the game you will notice that it is not akin to any other gaming experience. Many, will at this point give in and review bomb the app. However, give this game a shot and I guarantee that you will enjoy yourself. This game stands either as a resource management, explorative, or social commentary game. In the end, A Dark Room is what you make of it. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. May the fire burn brightly for you, may it keep you warm.

Terrible Awful Game!!!!!. First of all it’s just a word game. No graphics at all. Just words... Second, the game is just way too simple. For example you can’t trade anything. I have like 2000 wood and zero food. Why can’t I trade wood for food? I have 36 villagers and they eat the food and use the fur as quickly as I can get it. Why can’t I kick out some villagers? And finally, there are no instructions or directions. What can I use scales for? How do I get more fur? There are so many problems with this game. Even if it was FREE they would be charging too much. And where are all of these five star ratings coming from? They are either bots or they are bots There’s no way those five star ratings are coming from human beings.

Awesome. When starting this game, I didn't really get it or understand the point. But I pressed on anyways and was glad I did. A text based game sounded weird but it was actually awesome. So, for those of you wondering if you should buy this... You should, you'll be glad you did. Don't give up early on. The seemingly uneventful beginning is more eventful than you will realize. Thanks for a great game experience.

Stress reliever. This game has been the to go to game whenever I’m in school. Whenever I am bored I know for sure that this game will get me excited. It really makes you feel accomplished fighting off beasts and figuring out the secrets within the game. There’s always a different to approach the life you live. It makes you feel like YOU are the character just trying to survive. I’ve played it like 9 times and I tell my friends all about it.

Incredible Game, must buy!. When I first got the game I found it really boring because of how simple it was and how it moved slowly so I didn’t play it for a while. Then a few month later I revisited it and tried playing it again. If you wait a bit the game gets better and better and the way you keep finding new things is fun! I know at the very beginning it’s boring but give it a chance, it became very addicting to me :)

Several years of fun. I’ve been playing this game for several years, and every single play through is always a guessing game for me, I’m always surprised by what things I can find and learn about the game, every time I play through it again I get better and better and find new things I didn’t know existed, the replayability of this game is insurmountable.

Haunting, Beautiful, and Simple. What a great game. I downloaded this on a whim after seeing it recommended on a Reddit thread about actually worthwhile mobile games, and I have to agree with the sentiment. This game marries simple resource management, world exploration, and storytelling in a minimalistic way, while still holding so much to offer the player in terms of lore, intrigue, and moral quandary. Definitely buy this game — it’s worth it.

Phenomenal.. I’ve had this game on my phone for years. I never left a review until now for some reason. I think of this game every once in a while and how much it affected me. Listening to the audios from the creators afterwards was absolutely amazing. It was very interesting to hear about how difficult it was to create. While the game looks simple, it is by far one of the most complex games I’ve ever played. Don’t hesitate to play this game and support its amazing creators.

Wow what an incredible game. I loved it when I first started the game it took me a long time to figure out the dusty path. But once I got it it became really really awesome. It was really difficult at the sulfur mine. But I eventually pulled through and got to the end. That starship thing near the end wow I couldn’t have thought of anything better myself. The only thing I would suggest if you were to make another dark room would be to add dragons as some of the enemies

Quality game, highly worth it. I never write reviews for apps but I just had to for this one! This game is a breath of fresh air in the domain of mobile games these days. Not only is it NOT littered with ads and in-app purchases, it’s a piece of art! With genuinely interesting story elements and twists, it has a way of continually expanding your curiosity, the urge to press that “cart wood” or the “embark” button growing greater and greater. I encourage you to stare into the abyss, and see what the abyss does in return…

Such a great game! Give it a try!. Like many people, I was skeptical, I played and I quit, erased it about 2-3 years ago, remembered how great of a game it was while going through my downloaded apps. So I downloaded it again yesterday, I don’t know why I ever quit playing it. This has to be the most simple but detailed game. You don’t have much to go based off of but it’s enough for you to visualize, almost like reading a book. It’s a great game completely worth the money. The best part is when you beat it and find the hidden stuff!

Really loved this. This is a unique experience more than a game for me. I really enjoyed experiencing it, I didn’t always enjoy playing it. I had never played an idle game before and had a really hard time learning how the game worked but eventually I noticed and googled things that really made the game more fun. Understanding traversing the map and what each letter meant and that the compass was helping lead me through the game in a linear progression helped. Also learning that dying can actually be good also helped.

Web vs App. Wished i had played app version first. Story is better. Web version interface was preferred. So playing app felt odd. That said, this is one of my top 5 gaming experiences EVER! Love this! Do not underestimate this game, with free web version, you expect less and thus have patience. With paying for app, expectations go up against other apps with graphics and A.D.D. pacing. This is old school at its best. mud, nethack, rogue. But better cus its got its own twist. Not very replay-able, but a worthwhile one time experience

One of my favorites. I had no idea what I was plunging myself into when I downloaded this game. I never did regret it either. Being text based and eerily mysterious, A Dark Room has become one of the games I've spent most of my time on. I wholeheartedly encourage others to give ADR a try, they won't regret it. In the meanwhile, with developers' notes, it's motivated me to be more creative with what I can do in hopes of creating something similar to this piece of art.