A Dark Room - The most immersive text-based game ever.

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A masterpiece of idle gaming -- breaks out the build/loot/battle mechanics found in the most epic, multi-million-dollar RPGs and arranges them sparsely and beautifully. Proves (to me, at least) that as much as I love walking around Skyrim and gawking at the scenery, the true addiction and fun-ness of RPGs comes down to the elegant balancing and interplay of simple mathematical systems.
the best part is how each of the mechanics is gradually introduced and built on. Many new games just throw you into everything all at once - here new mechanics are unveiled as part of the story. What's more a lot of the mechanics are just glorified cow clicker stuff, but they fit together so neatly you can't tell. I really can't get enough of this game.
I played this last year on iOS, it was absolutely wonderful. There's a prequel available as well called 'The Ensign.' You can find it here:
I did not know this existed and am happy that it does.
The twist at the end is just amazing!
Just today I started to play, totally different from what I've played before
I first played this when I was researching idle games, and unlike most that have the repetitive but strangely addictive gameplay, this one captivated me with a sparse but engaging story that emerged slowly and deliberately. When it was released on iOS, it was a no-brainer for me to buy it--and the prequel, The Ensign.
I haven't played an idle game in so long but this game is disgustingly entertaining. I love playing in the midst of studying because I get way too dedicated to what is happening in it. 10/10 still currently playing