Abyssus Review
Abyssus does not necessarily have the wow factor, but it gets a lot right.
Abyssus
Released Aug 12, 2025
Rating 79/100
Perspective First person
Rated ESRB: T
Developer DoubleMoose Games
Publisher The Arcade Crew
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Story
In a world powered by brine, a rare and powerful substance only found in the deepest fathoms of the sea, your team of daring brinepunk explorers is recruited to claim a massive deposit located beneath the ruins of an ancient civilization. However, your mission becomes a frantic battle for survival when the sunken kingdom’s corrupted inhabitants rise against you. Will you survive to see the surface again, or will the abyss claim your life?
Abyssus is an indie shooter-adventure that launched in August 2025 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game has drawn attention from indie-focused outlets as a solid entry in its genre, though without immediately distinctive flourishes that set it apart. Early coverage suggests it executes its core mechanics competently rather than attempting anything particularly novel, earning it a place among worthy indie releases worth considering if the shooter-adventure formula appeals to you.
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