Feature2022-10-06

Scars Above captures the same spooky alien vibes as Returnal, but it's a much more traditional space adventure

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Scars Above
Genres · fps
Release · Feb 28, 2023
Developer · Mad Head Games
Xbox Series X|SXbox OnePS4PCPS5
1 articles 3 writers 2 reviews
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Active · 1982–2026
Latest · Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2
Top genres · fps, adventure, strategy
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