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Descenders

Descenders

Descenders is extreme downhill freeriding for the modern era, with procedurally generated worlds, and where mistakes have real consequences. Will you lead your team to glory and become the next legendary Descender?

94%
Very Positive
DeveloperRageSquid
PublisherNo More Robots
Release DateMay 7, 2019
$24.99
Peak Players1.9K
Metacritic78
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows · macOS · Linux
Action
Racing
Sports
AI Review Summary

Descenders is a high-speed downhill mountain biking game that successfully blends extreme sports with procedural generation and roguelike mechanics. While players praise its satisfying gameplay feel and high replayability, some find the experience repetitive over time or difficult for beginners to grasp.

Pros

  • Procedurally generated tracks offer high replayability and diverse environments.90%
  • Satisfying gameplay loop that balances high-speed racing with technical trick execution.85%
  • Excellent value for money, with many reviewers considering it worth full price.80%
  • Active modding community provides a wealth of custom maps and content.75%
  • Immersive physics and graphics that capture the genuine thrill of mountain biking.70%

Cons

  • Gameplay can feel repetitive once the initial novelty of the procedural generation wears off.80%
  • The learning curve and mechanics can be confusing or poorly explained to new players.65%
  • Official Linux support is reportedly neglected and buggy according to users.60%
  • The darkness mechanic used to force progression can feel frustrating and restrictive.50%
  • Some players report a toxic atmosphere within the multiplayer community.40%

Notable Mentions

  • The game features controller mechanics inspired by the Skate series.
  • The active modding scene is a major factor in the game's longevity for many players.
  • Multiple reviewers noted the game inspired them to take up mountain biking in real life.
Confidence: 67%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on May 27, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
482
Peak · last 90 days
687
All-time peak
1.9K

Price

Current price
$24.99
Lowest tracked
$6.24since May 7, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
100%
Last 30 days
93%
All-time positive
94%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews23.9K
Positive: 22.5K (94%)Negative: 1.3K (6%)

1%

Reviews from Steam Deck

2%

Dev Response Rate

45h

Avg Playtime at Review

51%

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