Solarix

Solarix is a science-fiction stealth-horror game with open-ended levels that support stealth-focused and combat-focused approaches. You play an electrical engineer fighting for his life after an infection wipes out an interstellar research station. He must contain the disease while facing the surviving crew and his own fracturing mind.

Story and setting

The game spans 12 chapters and features unique characters who add psychological depth to its survival-horror story. Its environments range from cramped corridors and vast exotic forests to giant space stations and ominous underground facilities. Professional voice acting adds depth to the background.

Stealth and combat

You choose how to handle obstacles and enemies, using weapons and hacking tools to support stealth, combat, puzzle solving and interaction with the environment. You can use stealth-based combat, finish the game without firing a bullet by knocking everyone out, or complete it without alerting anyone. Some levels call for escaping monsters, others for confronting them, careful sneaking or exploration to solve puzzles.

Advanced stealth AI gives enemies different voice sets, detection abilities and other perceptive features. You can study patrols and use a tazer to knock enemies out, use throwable objects to lure them, or carefully spend pistol ammunition on enemies. Shooting lights can create darkness, while staying unseen requires attention to your light meter and surroundings. Monsters can force you to use the pistol for defense until you find cover or a hiding place. Later, you can use a shotgun, but ammunition must first be found through exploration.

Tools and threats

You encounter human enemies and monsters, as well as turrets, security cameras, sniper-robots and flying drones that you must hack your way past. The game also features unique puzzles that rely on exploration and gathering information in a classic adventure style.