Best games by Fatshark

Krater (2012)

Embark on a real-time, squad-based dungeon crawling adventure set in the post-apocalyptic ruins of Sweden in Krater. This unique title masterfully blends fast-paced combat with tactical squad management, all viewed from a classic RTS perspective. Explore a world where primitive inhabitants scavenge for technological remnants in the shadow of an impact site known as the Krater, a gateway to the dangerous "Underside" filled with caves and tunnels. Recruit and evolve your team of freelance adventurers, facing challenging quests and potentially permanent consequences from injuries or even death. With extensive crafting options, over 200 quests, and more than 60 unique locations, Krater offers both a compelling offline campaign and hours of co-op missions designed for shared exploration and boss battles. Krater's inclusion on a list of "Best games by Fatshark" is well-justified by its signature design principles. While Fatshark is perhaps more widely known for its cooperative horde shooters like Vermintide and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, Krater showcases the developer's early commitment to robust cooperative gameplay and character progression. The emphasis on squad management, persistent characters with evolving abilities and potential for permanent injuries, and a deep crafting system all echo the core tenets that would later define their more celebrated titles. Furthermore, Krater’s unique visual style, powered by the Bitsquid engine, demonstrates Fatshark's ambition to create distinct and memorable game worlds, a trait that has consistently defined their output. The game's successful implementation of both engaging single-player and dedicated co-op content also highlights Fatshark's understanding of diverse player preferences.