| Title | Vaporum: Lockdown |
| Developer(s) | Fatbot Games, s. r. o. |
| Publisher(s) | Fatbot Games, s. r. o. |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2020 |
| Size | 2.68 GB |
| Genre | PC > Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG |
Gamers looking for a new and exciting dungeon crawling experience need to look no further than Vaporum: Lockdown. This first-person grid-based dungeon crawler, developed by Fatbot Games, takes players on an immersive journey through a steampunk world full of puzzles, battles, and mysteries to uncover.
The Story
The game is a prequel to the award-winning game Vaporum, but players don’t need to have played the first installment to enjoy and understand Lockdown. Set in an underground laboratory called Arx Vaporum, players assume the role of Ellie Teller, a scientist who wakes up with amnesia and must navigate her way through the labyrinthine corridors of the laboratory.
The game is set in the same world as Vaporum but does not require any prior knowledge of the lore. It stands on its own as a unique and captivating story, told through the interactions with NPCs, audio logs, and written notes.
The Gameplay
The gameplay of Vaporum: Lockdown is what sets it apart from traditional dungeon crawlers. Instead of a party of characters, players control Ellie alone in real-time, traversing through a grid-like map. However, the game does have party-like elements. Ellie’s trusty robotic friend, Floyd, accompanies her on her journey and can help solve puzzles and distract enemies.
Vaporum: Lockdown puts a strong emphasis on exploration. As players move through the levels, they must solve puzzles, find key items, and discover hidden areas to progress. The puzzles range from logic-based to timed and require players to use both their wits and their reflexes to overcome them.
In addition to puzzles, players will also encounter enemies in the form of mechanical monsters. Combat in the game is strategic and turn-based, which adds an extra layer of challenge to the game. Players must make use of their abilities and weapons, as well as positioning on the map, to defeat the foes.
The Steampunk Aesthetic
Vaporum: Lockdown has a stunning art style and aesthetic that will charm players from the first level. The game’s world is a steampunk dream, filled with gears, pipes, and rusty metal. The attention to detail in the environment and character designs is impressive, and the game’s visuals are as engaging as its gameplay.
The game’s soundtrack is also worth mentioning as it adds an eerie and atmospheric feeling to the game. The music perfectly complements the gameplay, making sure players are fully immersed in the steampunk world.
Final Thoughts
Vaporum: Lockdown is a challenging and engaging dungeon crawler that will satisfy players looking for a unique experience. The game’s story, gameplay, and visuals all come together to create a memorable and enjoyable game. With its steampunk aesthetic and intriguing storyline, Vaporum: Lockdown is a game that fans of the genre should not miss.
“Vaporum: Lockdown offers a cleverly designed steampunk world filled with engaging puzzles, tactical combat, and an intriguing story that is sure to keep players hooked until the very end.” – PC Invasion
So, gear up and prepare to journey through the depths of Arx Vaporum with Ellie Teller in this challenging and exciting game. Vaporum: Lockdown is now available on Steam and GOG, so don’t miss out on this must-play title.
System Requirements
Minimum:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows 8 (64-bit), Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: 2.5 Ghz Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 400 series 512 MB video card or AMD equivalent
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 7 (64-bit), Windows 8 (64-bit), Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: 3.5 Ghz Intel® i5 or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 2 GB video card or AMD equivalent
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
How to Download
- Click on the direct "Download" button given above.
- A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm the download. Click "Save File".
- The game file will start downloading immediately.
- Once the download is complete, click on the downloaded file to open it.
- A window may appear asking for permission to run the file. Click "Yes" to continue.
- The game installation wizard will open. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
- Once the installation is complete, the game will launch automatically.