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Dino Trauma

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2023

Should you play it?

Dino Trauma introduces you to a secret laboratory somewhere in eastern Europe where gore and dinosaurs aren't unusual things. Retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.

What works

  • Strong nostalgic atmosphere and retro aesthetic
  • Engaging combat and puzzle mechanics
  • Well-designed levels with secrets and exploration
  • Active developer support and frequent updates
  • Good value for price with replayability

Things to keep in mind

  • Some bugs and jank in ai and hit detection
  • Occasional confusing level design and hidden progression elements
  • Limited weapon variety and balancing issues
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Minimal story depth and character development

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Darkenstein 3D

  • Ion Fury

  • Kvark

  • Hollowbody

  • Nightmare of Decay

  • Supplice

More expressive

Games that feels like Dino Trauma but with more self-expression and customization

  • Z.O.N.A: Origin

  • The Upturned

  • PAPERHEAD EP.0

  • Selaco

  • Gloomwood

  • PIGFACE

More intense

Games that feels like Dino Trauma but with a more intense feel

  • Dead Seater

  • Echoes of the Living

  • DEDA

  • SCP: Ground Zero

  • DUSK

  • Evil Nun: The Broken Mask

Less violent

Games that feels like Dino Trauma but with less combat and destruction

  • Late Homework | 遅れた宿題

  • A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead

  • Shadow Corridor

  • Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition

  • GET EVEN

  • High Entropy: Challenges

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Dino Trauma: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Exploration, Continuation.

Last update: 21/08/2026