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About Deliverance Protocol: Ironrot
Deliverance Protocol: Ironrot is a first-person retro horror game set in a dystopian bureaucratic nightmare. Developed by 1ncors and released March 31, 2026, it drops you into a crumbling, neon-soaked world where you play a courier forced to sort and deliver archives for an oppressive system. The PC-only single-player experience blends methodical inventory management with tense exploration. You’re not a hero, you’re a cog in a machine, but the archives you handle might hold secrets that force you to question orders. It’s a slow-burn narrative puzzle game wrapped in a claustrophobic, synth-driven atmosphere.
Gameplay
Your days are spent navigating flickering corridors, collecting and delivering files that pulse with static. The first-person camera feels deliberate, with mouse movement tuned to match the game’s sluggish pacing. Each delivery requires memorizing routes, managing a limited inventory, and avoiding hazards like malfunctioning security drones. Hidden archives in walls or beneath floors reward curiosity, but opening them triggers system-wide alarms. The tension comes from balancing efficiency with caution, speedrunners will struggle. Expect to backtrack often, as the non-linear world hides 40+ side missions. Combat is minimal; you avoid threats by resetting terminals or rerouting power. The game’s true test is patience.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 4.2/5, with 78% completing the main story. Average playtime is 15 hours, but 30% report 25+ hours chasing 120 achievements. The mood is split: 65% describe it as "tense and curious," while 20% call it "repetitive and slow." One review notes, "The story unfolds like a horror version of a corporate hell." Community stats show 82% of players feel "accomplished" after finishing, though 15% cite "frustration with unclear objectives." Metacritic averages 83, praising its originality but warning against expecting action.
PlayPile's Take
This game thrives for players who enjoy figuring out stories through mundane tasks. At $29.99, it’s a mid-tier indie bet with a 4.2 rating and 120 achievements for replay value. If you tolerate slow pacing and want a horror experience that builds dread through bureaucracy, it’s worth the time. Skip it if you crave combat or fast-paced action. The 15-hour average playthrough feels fair for the price, but the $30 price tag might sting for a non-horror fan.
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