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HROT is a single-player retro FPS set in a small socialist country neighboring Soviet Union (Czechoslovakia) after an unspecified disaster in 1986. Those times were dark and terrifying and so is the game.

HROT is a retro, fps and shooter game developed and published by Spytihněv.
Released on May 16th 2023 is available only on Windows in 2 languages: English and Czech.

It has received 5,575 reviews of which 5,414 were positive and 161 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. 😍

The game is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam with a 50% discount.

The Steam community has classified HROT into these genres:

Retro FPS Shooter Boomer Shooter First-Person Indie Action Singleplayer Old School Gore Violent Dark Horror Atmospheric 1980s Alternate History Horses Blood Driving Vehicular Combat

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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS *: Windows XP
  • Processor: 2.5 GHz Dual Core
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD 4400
  • Storage: 256 MB available space

User reviews & Ratings

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March 2025
This is the kind of game that big studios have forgotten how to make. Incredibly atmospheric and filled with tons of hidden secrets and Easter eggs. Solid boomer shooter gunplay with creatively designed levels. The custom engine presents you with some very unique visuals and great performance. The setting is super cool as well, I'm a big fan of the Stalker games and old Soviet architecture so it was a joy to explore the environments. You can really tell this game was made by a gamer FOR gamers with all the little interactive tidbits in the world. I love everything about this game.
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Feb. 2025
HROT is a very brown game, like, even more than Quake is, which is an achievement. Unfortunately that brown extends to more than just the visual aspects of the game, as none of the weapons in the game stand out and all of the boss enemies and encounters elicit a feeling of "oh no, not another one" rather than excitement at a coming challenge, hell, even the humour in the game is ...brown. The setting of the game being in a soviet era Czechoslovakia (I might be wrong on this) doesn't help with the feeling of brownness going on either. I played through the game on Very Hard (the hardest of the 5 difficulties) and never really felt strapped for ammunition, there were however times when I had to play it safe due to low HP, but even dying is not a big issue as the game effortlessly restarts the level or loads you straight to your latest save practically instantly, which is very cool. Most of the levels in the game are set up in a sort of "area that you get routed through by off-shoot paths a few times before moving on to the next" type of way, which is noticeable but seems to be part of how they designed things, as the developers are really good at dumping you where you need to go next, and are very generous in giving you ways to back track through levels to pick up ammo/health or to look for secrets. Speaking of secrets.. If you love to scour every inch of a map for old-school DOOM style secrets where you're looking for every jaunty looking texture or interactable wall, then this game might be for you as it has tonnes of them. That's not to say that all the secrets are like that, as some are more logic based where they show you the "goal" and you have to work backwards to find how to open the secret up, and others are more direct "blow up the crack in the wall", or "which of these bricks protrudes from the surface and is thus a button" so there's a good variety in secrets to find. Overall the game is fine but I'd recommend Prodeus or Amid Evil over it, but if HROT looks interesting to you, you might enjoy it more than I did.
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Nov. 2024
Great gameplay when it works but frustrating performance issues. Does NOT work on Steam Deck, runs at <15fps.
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Nov. 2024
HROT: A Unique Retro FPS Experience Gameplay and Mechanics HROT is a first-person shooter that pays homage to iconic shooters like Doom (id Tech 1 engine) and Quake (Quake engine) (1990s), blending retro aesthetics with modern gameplay mechanics. Set in a dystopian version of Czechoslovakia during the late 1980s, players navigate through meticulously crafted environments that evoke a sense of nostalgia while delivering fresh challenges. The game features an array of weapons, each with distinct characteristics, allowing for varied combat strategies. The movement feels sharp ,fluid (running bunnyhopping) and responsive. Visuals and Atmosphere The visual style of HROT is strikingly unique, utilizing pixel art graphics that capture the essence of early 3D games. The environments are richly detailed and secrets cleverly hidden all the plenty. The levels, filled with atmospheric lighting and textures that enhance immersion. The game’s art direction effectively conveys a sense of decay and desolation, immersing players in its eerie world. Additionally, the sound design complements the visuals perfectly; ambient noises and retro-inspired soundtracks create an engaging auditory experience that heightens tension during gameplay. Narrative / Themes While HROT primarily focuses on action-packed gameplay, it also weaves a narrative that reflects themes of oppression and societal decay. Players encounter various enemies that symbolize the oppressive regime of the time, adding depth to the otherwise straightforward shooting mechanics. Conclusion Overall, HROT stands out as a compelling tribute to retro FPS games while carving its own identity through innovative design choices and thematic depth. It successfully balances nostalgia with modern gaming sensibilities, making it an enjoyable experience for both veteran gamers and newcomers alike. Highly recommend this game 10/10 , thank u for reading.
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June 2024
The setting was pretty unique with a bunch of weird sh*t that I loved! The visuals, the style, the sounds, the animations, the enemies, the simplicity, and finding Easter eggs and secrets were great. Had a rad time playing!
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Frequently Asked Questions

HROT is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam.

HROT is currently available at a 50% discount. You can purchase it for 9.75€ on Steam.

HROT received 5,414 positive votes out of a total of 5,575 achieving an impressive rating of 9.36.
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HROT was developed and published by Spytihněv.

HROT is playable and fully supported on Windows.

HROT is not playable on MacOS.

HROT is not playable on Linux.

HROT is a single-player game.

HROT does not currently offer any DLC.

HROT does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

HROT does not support Steam Remote Play.

HROT is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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Release 16 May 2023
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