The progression feels smooth and natural. The atmosphere is incredible, sometimes giving me Darkest Dungeon vibes. The game’s length and difficulty are also spot on—the ending came just as I felt I was starting to go in circles.

All in all, a fantastic surprise and a brilliantly polished game! 🖤

I started the year on a high note with this one! Dredge is an absolute gem where everything fits together perfectly gameplay loops, systems, and storytelling all work in seamless harmony.

#1 Dredge
Black Salt Game
PC

To give you an idea, here’s my tier list from last year.