A Dark Room: A Text Adventure That Begins With a Single Fire

A Dark Room, from Doublespeak Games and released in June 2013, is one of the most admired text based games on the web. It begins with almost nothing: a dark room and a button that lets you light a fire. From that small start, the game gradually reveals a survival story in which you gather materials, build a village and decide what to do next.

How to Play A Dark Room

Everything is controlled by clicking buttons. Each button performs an action, such as gathering wood, building a structure or exploring. New options appear as you make progress, so the game reveals itself slowly. There is no list of instructions; discovering what each choice leads to is part of the experience.

Tips for Better Results

Keep the fire burning; much of the early game depends on it.
Gather wood regularly before spending it on new buildings.
Read the short messages closely, as they hint at what to do next.
Be patient; some of the best developments take a little time.

Who Will Enjoy It

A Dark Room is ideal for readers and anyone who enjoys mysterious, slowly unfolding stories. Give it at least twenty minutes to see how much it has to offer.

Controls

Click: Action

Game Details

Game: A Dark Room
Genre: Text-Based Strategy Games
Developer: Doublespeak Games
Released: June 10, 2013
Access: Free online browser play
Download: Not required

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