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It Lurks Below

Xbox One, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2019

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Quick resume

It Lurks Below is an action-oriented, survival RPG in a randomly generated world. Fight through the massive underground dungeon, customize your character with random items and find out what evil lurks below.

Global score

83/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure

Pros

  • Deep and satisfying loot system
  • Multiple classes and playstyles
  • Procedurally generated dungeons
  • Active developer engagement and updates
  • High replayability

Cons

  • No multiplayer yet
  • Early access content limitations
  • Some ui and inventory management issues
  • Survival mechanics can be frustrating
  • Limited building customization

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to choose game modes, classes, and play styles, with options to enable or disable survival mechanics."

  • Competence
    4

    "Game offers skill-based combat, character progression, and challenging bosses that reward mastery."

  • Competition
    -3

    "Focus is on solo play and personal progression; multiplayer is not yet implemented."

  • Continuation
    5

    "High replay value with multiple classes, difficulty levels, and procedurally generated content encourages long-term engagement."

  • Cooperation
    -4

    "Currently a single-player experience with limited social interaction; multiplayer planned but not present."

  • Creativity
    2

    "Players can build and customize bases and farms, though building options are limited compared to pure sandbox games."

  • Domination
    -4

    "Interactions are balanced and cooperative in spirit; no evidence of power imposition or trash talk."

  • Escapism
    5

    "Players use the game as a time sink and stress relief, immersing in loot hunting and dungeon crawling."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and nostalgia for Diablo-style ARPGs."

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Players try different classes, talents, and game modes, exploring varied mechanics and strategies."

  • Exploration
    4

    "Procedurally generated dungeons and biomes encourage discovery and repeated exploration."

  • Expression
    1

    "Some character and base customization possible, but limited decorative options."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Strong fantasy elements with classes, magic, monsters, and lore inspired by Diablo."

  • Fellowship
    -3

    "Minimal social features; community interaction mostly external via Discord and streams."

  • Growth
    5

    "Players develop skills, gear, and knowledge through progression and repeated play."

  • Health
    -3

    "Game involves sedentary play with no physical activity; survival mechanics add mental challenge."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during play sessions."

  • Intimacy
    -4

    "Limited to no close social relationships within the game; interactions are mostly individual."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership roles or group management; single-player focused."

  • Progression
    5

    "Strong emphasis on acquiring better gear, leveling up, and unlocking new abilities."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Game balances challenge with flow, providing satisfying tension release through combat and loot."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable pixel art, sound effects, and music contribute to sensory pleasure."

  • Status
    -4

    "Achievements and recognition are personal; no social status or leaderboards."

  • Story
    2

    "Some narrative elements and quests exist but story is minimal and secondary to gameplay."

  • Strategy
    4

    "Players plan character builds, combat tactics, and resource management."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Combat and survival mechanics provide suspense and excitement, especially in higher difficulties."

  • Value
    5

    "Players report excellent value for time and money invested, with many hours of gameplay."

  • Violence
    4

    "Combat against monsters is a core enjoyable element, with satisfying destruction and loot."

  • Survival
    3

    "Survival mechanics like hunger and fatigue add challenge, though optional in some modes."

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