Julian Bauer
A Dark Cave
A Dark Cave is a story-driven survival, settlement-building, and incremental adventure where every decision matters. Inspired by the minimalist incremental classics, A Dark Cave trades flashy graphics for intense atmosphere, discovery, and meaningful choices. Build a thriving village, uncover ancient secrets, and descend ever deeper into a world that becomes more dangerous the stronger you grow.
- Released
- 17 November 2025
- Developer
- Julian Bauer
- Publisher
- Julian Bauer
- Engine
- Custom HTML5, JavaScript, CSS
- Platforms
- Web browser · PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Genres
- Role-playing (RPG) · Simulator · Strategy · Adventure · Indie
- 90.2%
- Steam reviews
- 1
- DLC packs
A Dark Cave
Quick answers
A Dark Cave
The story
You wake in the entrance of a cave with no memory. A small fire is all that stands between you and the dark. Survive in a cruel world, build and expand your village, and descend into the darkness below. Gather resources, make difficult choices, and uncover the unspeakable truth hidden deep within the cave in this dark incremental game.
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Key facts
Platforms
Game modes
- Single player
Themes
- Survival
- Mystery
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Trailer
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Reviews and languages
90.2% of 41 Steam reviews are positive. Valve labels that “Positive”.
10 languages in the interface, 0 of them with full voice acting. English is supported.
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