Dark Matter

Dark Matter is a 2.5D side-scrolling survival horror game set aboard a derelict spaceship overrun by deadly parasites and a sinister alien presence. As an Ensign, you explore abandoned facilities and infested hallways, scavenge for parts and blueprints, and fight intelligent enemies that react to your actions and tactics. Exploration and tactical combat are central to surviving its 14 levels.

Explore the ship

The story unfolds through non-linear exploration. Light and darkness are integral to gameplay: you use a flashlight to see, but its light can also draw enemies’ attention. The game uses real-time lighting and shadows, and its soundtrack changes with the circumstances of play.

Weapons and crafting

You can use four weapons and four types of ammunition, including elemental rounds that freeze, dissolve or set fire to enemies. Three craftable upgrades let you customize your weapons, while scrap and alien resources can be used to make tools and health packs. You choose which weapons and upgrades to invest in and develop your own combat techniques.

Enemies and hazards

The ship’s enemies respond to your presence and tactics. Parasites and other threats can interact with hazards in the environment, including explosive pods, while the ship’s mechanisms can also be used against them. Your weapons’ lights may provoke enemies, so you must weigh visibility against the attention it brings.