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| Hollowdeep is 55% off on Steam until November 21. |
A 92% positive rating, a first-ever 55% discount, and a price tag under two bucks — this retro-inspired dungeon crawler is worth a look.
If you've been waiting for an excuse to dive into a dark, PS1-flavored labyrinth, now might be the moment. Hollowdeep, the first-person dungeon crawler from solo developer Kyle Burgin, has just received its first-ever 55% discount on Steam — dropping the price to **$1.79** (down from its usual $3.99). According to SteamDB, the previous deepest discount was 50%, making this a genuine all-time low for the game.
The deal runs until November 21, so there's a decent window to grab it before the price climbs back up.
What Is Hollowdeep?
Hollowdeep doesn't waste time with elaborate storytelling. You play as a nameless adventurer descending into a sprawling dungeon labyrinth beneath a village church — and from there, it's all about survival, exploration, and discovery. Monsters, demons, and imposing bosses stand between you and the depths, and the game rewards those who aren't afraid to poke around every corner. Hidden rooms, secret passages, and valuable treasures are scattered throughout the interconnected world.
Visually, the game leans hard into PlayStation 1 nostalgia, with angular polygon models and rough textures that will feel instantly familiar to anyone who grew up with late-90s console gaming.
Parry, Cast, and Explore
Combat in Hollowdeep is fast-paced and timing-based. You'll wield various melee weapons and spells, but the real star of the show is the parry mechanic. Blocking an enemy attack at just the right moment knocks them back and restores mana — making parrying as much a resource engine as a defensive tool. Blocking ranged attacks is apparently essential for survival.
Magic isn't just for fighting, either. Spells, combined with abilities like double jumping and dashing, help you overcome environmental obstacles and reach previously inaccessible areas — adding a light Metroidvania flavor to the exploration loop.
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| With its angular polygon graphics and rough textures, Hollowdeep captures plenty of PlayStation 1 charm. |
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| Anyone venturing deep underground would be wise to keep their weapon close at hand. |
What Players Are Saying
Hollowdeep has only racked up 54 user reviews on Steam so far, but the response has been overwhelmingly positive: 92% of players recommend it. Praise centers on its dark atmosphere, rewarding exploration, and the sheer number of secrets tucked away in its depths.
It's not universally beloved, though. Some players have criticized the occasionally sprawling level design — long, uneventful corridors combined with the lack of a map and limited visibility can make navigation frustrating. The relatively simple combat system also hasn't won everyone over.
At under two dollars, though, those caveats feel a lot easier to swallow.
Steam Deck Compatibility Still Unknown
One thing to note: Hollowdeep's Steam Deck compatibility is currently listed as "Unknown," so handheld players may want to check community reports before committing. The game requires Windows 10 (quad-core CPU, 8GB RAM, 2GB GPU, 1GB storage), with Windows 11 recommended.
Where to Get It
The discounted price is live now on Steam and runs through November 21. You can find the store page here:
As always, prices and availability can change at any time — the $1.79 deal was active at the time of writing, but it's worth confirming before you hit that purchase button.
Have you played Hollowdeep? Let us know in the comments whether the PS1 charm holds up — or if the map-less navigation drove you up the wall.