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DARQ tells the story of Lloyd, a boy who finds himself in the middle of a lucid nightmare. Unable to wake up, Lloyd has to face his fears and decipher the meaning of the dream.

2019ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedWindowsby Unfold Games
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Frequently asked about DARQ: Complete Edition

Is DARQ: Complete Edition verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — DARQ: Complete Edition is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does DARQ: Complete Edition cost?
DARQ: Complete Edition is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to DARQ: Complete Edition?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside DARQ: Complete Edition are Locks, ASTRAL, Little Nightmares.
Who developed DARQ: Complete Edition?
DARQ: Complete Edition was developed by Unfold Games.

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