Descent

About Descent

Descent really flips the script on what a shooter can be. Instead of just racing forward and backward, you’re given full freedom to drift up, down, and tilt however you like. Navigating those twisting tunnels becomes part of the fun, turning each mission into a puzzle where spatial awareness is just as important as trigger discipline.

Once you’re in the thick of it, you’ll find yourself face-to-face with robotic marauders whose AI isn’t content to be predictable. They’ll flank you, take advantage of the tight corridors, and force you to think on your feet—or, more accurately, in all directions. Every new level feels like its own world, packed with secret passages and winding routes that keep you exploring as much as you’re fighting.

Over time, the series has added fresh twists without losing the core that fans fell in love with. It’s become a cult favorite for anyone longing for that freeform gameplay that never goes out of style. Even years down the road, Descent stands out by reminding us that clever design and smart execution can be more thrilling than the flashiest graphics.