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Descent 3

Outrage Entertainment · Apr 15, 2014

The vertigo continues as the highly anticipated sequel to Descent I and II takes the mind-bending, pulse-pounding experience to another level!

Action 6DOF FPS Classic Sci-fi
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Includes Mercenary expansion


The gut-wrenching Descent saga continues with more pulse-pounding action than ever before. Dive into massive subterranean strongholds and experience a whole new degree of freedom, as you careen through canyons and craters on the surface above... powered by the all-new Fusion™ engine. Test your piloting skills against an army of battle-drones and assault-bots using an extensive arsenal of tactics and heavy firepower. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Descent universe, filled with new friends and old enemies, as the plot twists and turns with each daring mission. Prepare yourself for an explosive new 3D action experience with that will turn you world INSIDE... OUT!

- Master the unique armament and performance handling of three new fighters.
- Devious AI impels robots to hide, advance, retreat, summon back-up, and work in teams
- Specular and reflective surfaces allow for incredible effects. Now you can lurk in the shadows and sneak up on your enemies.
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System requirements Windows · macOS · Linux

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1
  • Processor: 1 Gigahertz or faster
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 1300 MB available space
  • Sound Card: Sound Blaster compatbile
  • Additional Notes: Please see our forums for our recommendation on how to setup Descent 3.

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: macOS 10.9 or later
  • Processor: 1 Gigahertz or faster
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 800 MB available space

Linux

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Ubuntu 12.04 or later
  • Processor: 1 Gigahertz or faster
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Almost any OpenGL-supported GPU
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 800 MB available space
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
Interplay Inc.
Brazilian rating
12
Steam Germany rating
12
Metacritic
89
Features
Single-player, Multi-player, Family Sharing
Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features

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macOS: unknown
Linux: unknown
Steam Deck
playable
Valve compatibility test
The on-screen keyboard may need to be opened manually.
Input
Controller support: unknown
Structured language support (1)
LanguageInterfaceFull audioSubtitles
EnglishYesYesNo
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Value Score

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Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 64th percentile. Priced as Market at $19.99.

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Genre Benchmarks

Player Count Top 45%
Value Ratio Top 36%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Descent 3 worth buying right now?
Wait — $19.99. Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
When does Descent 3 go on sale?
Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
Is Descent 3 free to play?
Descent 3 costs $19.99 on Steam.
What genre is Descent 3?
Descent 3 is a Action game.
Who developed Descent 3?
Descent 3 was developed by Outrage Entertainment and published by Interplay Inc..
What platforms does Descent 3 support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.

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