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A retro shooter inspired by classics like Wolfenstein and Doom. Think of it as a tribute, a love letter to the games that defined a generation, with a few modern touches of my own. It’s tough, fast, and demands skill, just the way those old-school shooters did.

Darkenstein 3D is a fps, action and shooter game developed by Rowye and published by MicroProse Software.
Released on October 21st 2025 is available only on Windows.

It has received 1,381 reviews of which 1,255 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. 😎

The game is free to play on Steam.


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Windows
  • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD FX-6300
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 950 / AMD Radeon R7 370
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 18 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card

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Frequently Asked Questions

Darkenstein 3D is free to play on Steam.

Darkenstein 3D is not on sale because is already free to play on Steam.

Darkenstein 3D received 1,255 positive votes out of a total of 1,381 achieving a rating of 8.62.
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Darkenstein 3D was developed by Rowye and published by MicroProse Software.

Darkenstein 3D is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Darkenstein 3D is not playable on MacOS.

Darkenstein 3D is not playable on Linux.

Darkenstein 3D is a single-player game.

There is a DLC available for Darkenstein 3D. Explore additional content available for Darkenstein 3D on Steam.

Darkenstein 3D does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Darkenstein 3D does not support Steam Remote Play.

Darkenstein 3D does not currently support Steam Family Sharing.

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Darkenstein 3D
Rating
8.6
1,255
126
Game modes
Online players
10
Developer
Rowye
Publisher
MicroProse Software
Release 21 Oct 2025
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