The Long Dark is a survival video game developed and published by Hinterland Studio. Released in 2017 for Xbox One, it offers players a unique mix of exploration, survival, and adventure set in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. Players are thrown into the cold and wild Canadian wilderness with the mission to manage their resources, fend off wildlife, and battle against the elements for survival. With its single-player focus, the game emphasizes a deep survival mechanics system and narrative storytelling within its genre.