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Scars Above is a challenging sci-fi third-person action adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore.
Scars Above is a action, adventure and female protagonist game
developed by Mad Head Games
and published by Prime Matter.
Released on February 28th 2023 is available only on Windows
in 12 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 2,762 reviews of which 2,134 were positive and 628 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 4.49€ on Steam with a 85% discount, but you can find it for 1.05€ on Gamivo.
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System requirements
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4440 or equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon HD 7870
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 18 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card
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Solid game. It's not AAA and it doesn't have 40 hours of "content", but that's for the better. Keeps things interesting and fresh, manages to tells a cool sci-fi story, if a bit predictable. Good pacing, good skill progression, good level design. Especially the meat caves, very memorable, everyone who worked on those deserves a bonus, it was utterly disgusting and unpleasant, loved it. The game works, it doesn't crash, it doesn't have bugs, runs great and looks good. A monumental achievement in 2025. Get it, play it.
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★ ★ ★ ★ I give a 4 out of 5 Stars ★ for Scars Above Scars Above is one of the rare well made indie games set in a sci-fi future which kinda reminded me of Tom Cruise Oblivion. You play a regular Astronaut teleported to an Alien world and must survive using your scientific knowledge and engineering skills as you 3d print weapons and gadgets. Here is how i summarize this Pros: 100% Steam Achievements - Easy to get in just 1 Play through Linear game-play with a good story Beautiful Level design Elemental weapons and lots of Gadgets which provide variety in combat Easy mechanics with Boss battles A good music score Cons: The game has no manual save and has to be completed as end to end The lack of manual save was a major let down because i would like to replay boss battles using manual saves No manual saves also means this game has no replay value Overall this game is enjoyable with a good story, a decent combat system, easy puzzle solving and easy to get 100% Steam Achievements in a single play through but without replay value you just play once and uninstall making it one of the games that is Finish & Forget But i recommend it Cheers! Have Fun!
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Let me start by saying that I really enjoyed this indie game. Considering it's the first major launch from this studio, I think they did a fantastic job overall. However, I can't help but feel that the game had the potential to be something even greater. Story If I had to pick the weakest aspect of the game, it would be the story. It feels like a mix of Mass Effect, Independence Day: Resurgence, and Returnal—those familiar with these titles will likely recognize the similarities. While the narrative is engaging, it can be quite predictable, lacking major twists or player-driven choices. The occasional Dead Space vibes with hallucinations add an intriguing layer, but unfortunately, this idea isn't fully explored. While I don’t mind a linear experience, a game with souls-like elements should ideally offer the player choices that impact the journey. We are not just playing as Kate; she should reflect our decisions rather than simply guiding us through a predetermined path. That being said, despite the predictable nature of the story, it still holds up better than Mass Effect: Andromeda, even if it leans toward the cheesy side. Voice Acting The voice acting was impressive, especially considering the scale of the game. The main actress delivered a fantastic performance, bringing depth and emotion to the character. She has great potential in voice acting, and I’d love to see her take on more roles in the future. Music The soundtrack is absolutely phenomenal. It carries a distinct Mass Effect and Blade Runner synth vibe, which complements the atmosphere perfectly. And that final song by The Doo—just wow. Gameplay The gameplay is fun, but it could benefit from more variety. The elemental combo mechanics—such as toxic combos, melting effects, and freeze status—are fantastic, with breaking ice standing out as one of the best mechanics in the game. However, the talent tree feels underdeveloped, as if it was designed quickly without much depth. If the next game features a similar system, I would prefer either a more fleshed-out progression system or for it to be removed entirely. Leveling via purple cubes forces exploration, which is interesting, but it feels a bit unnecessary given the game’s linear nature. Utility spells are present, but only the freeze field stands out as particularly useful, especially when upgraded. The difficulty balance is another aspect that could use improvement—playing on Commander difficulty still felt very much like a Story Mode experience. The inventory and itemization elements give off a nice Resident Evil vibe, which I loved. However, they could have been utilized more effectively. Puzzles, while serviceable, are another missed opportunity; something along the lines of Remnant 2’s puzzle design could have added more depth. Melee combat is rather ineffective, primarily serving as a way to finish off enemies for a health regeneration perk. Movement and dodging can feel slightly clunky, sometimes causing the player to get stuck in mobs, but it's still manageable. Monsters & Bosses The enemy design is decent but lacks diversity and strong AI. They are highly predictable, often spamming abilities in random directions. The encounters mostly revolve around exploiting weak points—on the back, in water with electricity, or with fire on ice—which becomes repetitive over time. Since enemies respawn after resting but don’t grant XP, this mechanic feels somewhat redundant. The Constructor boss fight is a highlight, but even that battle suffers from repetition. It follows a single pattern with only a few attack variations. While I wasn’t expecting FromSoftware-level boss fights, Remnant 2—also an indie title—managed to create some incredible souls-like encounters that this game could take inspiration from. Level Design The game’s level design is quite linear, often presenting two paths—one for the main quest and another leading to upgrades or collectibles. Given its linearity, what stands out most is the atmosphere. From the vast plains to alien artifacts, the depths of gluttony, and icy landscapes reminiscent of Hoth, the environments are beautifully crafted and immersive. Characters The protagonist is well-developed and likable, but unfortunately, the supporting cast lacks depth. The game needed more moments to establish emotional connections—perhaps through additional interactions, heroic sacrifices, or surprising betrayals. As it stands, I found myself indifferent to their fate, and even tempted to side with the antagonists just to bring an end to their struggles. A stronger emotional connection with the characters would have given their presence more weight. As it is, they feel less important than the creatures emerging from the water, only to be promptly vaporized. Final Thoughts Despite its flaws, I truly enjoyed the game and would love to see a sequel. The ending leaves room for another adventure, and I hope the developers expand on the mechanics, story depth, and character development in the next installment. Also, a post-credits scene would have been a fantastic touch! Overall, this was a strong first major release for the studio, and I’m excited to see where they go from here!
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It is a AA-tier soft "souls-like" third person shooter with linear level structure and not much customisation options. Gameplay elements are okay and shooting has been done decently, although there's isn't much more to it than "Shoot ice monster with fire bullets, then fire monster with ice bullets". I found the setting and story to be generic and forgettable, but at least the game looks quite nice graphic-wise and having purchased it for £6 on sale, I can't complain too much about it. As of time of this review the game is a bit pricey for how short it is (you can complete it on 100% in ~5 hours), therefore I suggest waiting for a sale.
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I would describe this game as very middle of the road in terms of quality. The Janky cutscene animation and lack of enemy variety definitely lost it a few points from me but I found the story intriguing enough and the gameplay entertaining enough to see the game through to its end. To which I think the game has pretty nice length in which you get enough time to really play around with your tools whilst also being short enough to not over stay its welcome with the player. Overall I would give this game a score of 3 out of 5.
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Scars Above is currently priced at 4.49€ on Steam.
Scars Above is currently available at a 85% discount. You can purchase it for 4.49€ on Steam.
Scars Above received 2,134 positive votes out of a total of 2,762 achieving a rating of 7.48.
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Scars Above was developed by Mad Head Games and published by Prime Matter.
Scars Above is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Scars Above is not playable on MacOS.
Scars Above is not playable on Linux.
Scars Above is a single-player game.
There are 2 DLCs available for Scars Above. Explore additional content available for Scars Above on Steam.
Scars Above does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Scars Above does not support Steam Remote Play.
Scars Above 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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Developer
Mad Head Games
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Prime Matter
Release
28 Feb 2023
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