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Черный Вигвам Оруэлла: Обзор Karma: The Dark World

Совсем недавно мы вновь писали про мировую экспансию китайских студий, которые постоянно пробуют свои силы в новых жанрах и направлениях. И вот небольшая компания из Шанхая замахнулась на психологический триллер в стиле антиутопии Джорджа Оруэлла.

KARMA Phone Wallpaper

Attention, fans of KARMA: The Dark World! We’re thrilled to unveil a special treat for our loyal community – a collection of stunning wallpapers inspired by the dark and captivating universe of the game. These designs capture the essence of the shadowy landscapes and mysterious atmosphere you’ve come to love, bringing the haunting beauty of KARMA straight to your screens.

Whether you're gearing up for your next brain dive or simply want a piece of KARMA to accompany your day, these wallpapers are the perfect way to showcase your connection to the game. Available now for download.

Television Head

Strewn Room

Is it real?

We are watching!

Trapped.

Daniel McGovern.

KARMA: The Dark World is a first-person cinematic psychological thriller set in a dystopian world where the Leviathan Corporation is omnipresent. The time is 1984, the place is East Germany, and things are not quite what they seem.

Play it now.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1376200/KARMA_The_Dark_World/






THANK YOU IN BLACK AND WHITE!

Hello agents!

Just one week since its release, KARMA: The Dark World has taken horror fans by storm. With a Metacritic score of 75+ on PC and an overwhelming player response, our Orwellian-inspired psychological horror has cemented itself as the most successful launch in Wired Productions’ history. Whoooooop!

From its surreal storytelling to its Lynchian dreamscape and mind-bending psychological tension, KARMA has resonated deeply with players across the globe. Whether you’re diving into the mystery from the East or West, KARMA has proven to be a must-play for horror lovers seeking deep, narrative-driven thrills.

To thank the passionate KARMA community, Pollard Studios is introducing an all-new Filter Mode… completely free! This upcoming update will elevate KARMA’s already haunting aesthetic with film-inspired visual styles, allowing players to re-experience the game in a whole new way.

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This free update launches #Soon (we’ll let you know when), allowing players to fully embrace KARMA’s cinematic DNA while keeping the immersive, interactive experience intact. And that’s just the beginning, more twists, surprises, and post-launch content are on the horizon!

Still not purchased KARMA?

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1376200/KARMA_The_Dark_World/

Step into the shoes of Daniel McGovern, an elite Roam Agent tasked with mind-diving into the memories of suspects. What starts as a routine investigation soon unravels into a deep, disturbing conspiracy, challenging everything McGovern believes about the world around him.

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Want more for ya bucks? We hear you.

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Two nightmares. Two great deals!

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Early Reviews Roundup



Good afternoon Agents

As mentioned in yesterdays blog, a HUGE thank you to all of you for playing a part in making Pollards first game, Wired's biggest day one launch EVER. It means so so much to everyone involved.

We wanted to share a few of the reviews that have been put out in the wild to let people who may still be on the fence read the opinions of folks (and of course let people who've already played see how close they match up with their own!) But before that, a little housekeeping.

[h3]Upcoming patch[/h3]

Thanks to everyone who's been submitting bugs and issues, we've been replying, tracking, and finding workarounds as quickly as timezones allow. We are testing a patch that we hope to deploy at the start of the week to fix the immediate issues - and will keep you updated once it's live. In the meantime, We're updating the FAQ post with any current workarounds - so take a look there before new submissions, if it's not listed, feel free to submit!

[h3]Upcoming Features[/h3]

We teased it a bit yesterday, but we have some exciting feature updates to come that we'll be talking about soon. We're also taking note of ALL your suggestions in the steam forums and discussions (photo mode requests, key binding and the ability to skip cutscenes on a second playthrough for achievement hunters for example) and talking with the developers about what we can support and when. So PLEASE if you have an idea you think would be neat, or simply some feedback - don't be quiet about it - we see it all!

[h3]Please leave a review
Whilst we're about to share some of the press thoughts and opinions here - which are important for people NOT aware of the game to learn about it - the reviews we really care about are YOURS, the good AND the bad.

Good reviews help the visibility of the game on Steam and help other gamers make better purchasing decisions with their hard earned cash. Bad reviews help us identify where improvements need to be made if you REALLY didn't vibe with the game - and to therefore make updates that are better for EVERYONE (all we ask is that if it is a negative review you are clear about what it was that didn't sit well with you so we can take steps to potentially rectify it for you :D )

Whilst we've made noise about this being our biggest launch ever - we are an indie publisher, and Pollard are an indie team launching their first game. Every review, every comment, every purchase, every wishlist, every trailer share, every screenshot, every stream is vital - they all add up to the visibility that makes a difference between someone else deciding to try the game or not, so for those that have done any of the above - thank you. For those that haven't, consider reviewing or sharing the game with your friends or favourite streamers - it is worth its weight in gold.

[h3]What are the press saying? [/h3]

Gamingbolt

https://gamingbolt.com/karma-the-dark-world-review-what-are-memories

Karma: The Dark World is ultimately an interesting experience. It’s the rare horror game where, while you’re not killing things and counting bullets by the buckets, you’re also not focused entirely on hiding... Pair that with some deliciously-thick atmosphere courtesy of excellent visuals and audio, as well as an intriguing story that’s being told in a compelling way, and you get a horror experience that is well worth your time.

New York Times

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/28/arts/karma-dark-world-expelled-centum-review.html
"The brilliant Karma: The Dark World is one of the most aggressively disturbing horror games released in some time. Throughout 12 hours of gameplay, Karma’s creators have taken many inspirations — including BioShock and “Severance” — to the next level with creepily surreal and bizarrely utopian set pieces. Here, the looping terror of Guillermo del Toro’s and Hideo Kojima’s P.T."


PcGames.de

https://www.pcgames.de/KARMA-The-Dark-World-Spiel-75140/Tests/Der-Psycho-Thriller-ist-mein-absoluter-Ueberraschungs-Hit-des-Jahres-1469093/

Karma is a story about philosophy, religion, and culture, about the essence of humanity. Finally, I'd like to leave you with something unrelated to the game itself, but something you should return to after experiencing it for yourself

Game8

https://game8.co/articles/reviews/karma-the-dark-world-review
if you appreciate games that challenge perception, twist reality, and leave you questioning everything, then KARMA: The Dark World is a journey worth taking.

Gamingbible

https://www.gamingbible.com/reviews/karma-the-dark-world-review-954650-20250326

KARMA: The Dark World is one hell of an enjoyable experience thanks to its stunning graphics, meaningful visuals, and gripping narrative. You will never know what’s coming next or where the story will take you but you are guaranteed to be in for a wild ride with a few jumps along the way.

There's plenty more out there for you to sink your teeth into, but for now we'll leave it there and get back to reading your own reviews - and we recommend everyone else does the same.

Don't forget you can save 10% on KARMA until April 10th - and we still have competitions running all the way til the end of the month (with even more to be announced that we'll share soon)

Thank you all once more for joining us in our Dark World, and have a wonderful weekend.

Mother Is Watching

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Thank you!

Hello Agents, we’re beyond grateful for your support so far. KARMA: The Dark World has been our biggest launch ever as a Publisher, and that’s thanks to YOU, our players, the creators, and everyone who’s joined us on this journey. Of course, KARMA: The Dark World would not be here without Pollard Studios, so this is really a celebration of their art. It's been a crazy 24 hours since we hit the Steam Button (a real button that still scares us everytime we launch a game!) From hitting Top 15 on Steam very quickly, to gaining half a million launch day views across twitch and youtube, backed by our wonderful creators, to the hundreds of positive reviews we've already gained.

But this? This is just the beginning :)

We have big plans ahead, with more updates, reveals, and surprises coming soon. Maybe even as soon as next week. Stay tuned. Stay sharp. Leviathan is always watching.

Oh, and if you haven't yet, please drop a review, it keeps the Corp of our back....





[h3]Still reading? Want to Learns Ways to Save Money?[/h3]

We have created Bundles with the best buddies we have, yup…. You can grab KARMA: The Dark World and either INDIKA or STILL WAKES THE DEEP and save money! Two nightmares. Two great deals!

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/51530/KARMA_The_Dark_World_x_Still_Wakes_The_Deep/

https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/51139/KARMA_The_Dark_World_and_Indika_Bundle/

Not good enough? Already a Wired player and wanting a reward? As a thank you to all of our fans, if you own ANY of the Wired Productions library on Steam, you will be able to purchase a bundle with KARMA included to 'complete the set' and save 15%! Pretty good right?

This counts for ANY of our games, so check your library to see if you've already played any of our indie classics (Or heck, pick up Bulwark right now for the cost of a meal deal and get a fantastic City builder as well as your discount!)

If you're unsure, have a look at our Steam publisher page and check our range of games : CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL OUR GAMES!

Talk soon!

WIRED

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1376200/KARMA_The_Dark_World/