Prey (2017)

In short: Prey (2017) is an action game released in 2017 by Arkane Studios, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 9.0/10 (highly recommended).

Survive aboard a space station overrun by aliens.

Prey is an immersive sim set on the space station Talos I. Use neuromods to gain alien powers, explore a meticulously crafted environment, and uncover a mind-bending conspiracy.

Game details

• Developer: Arkane Studios
• Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
• Release year: 2017
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
• Category: action

Our review

A spiritual successor to System Shock 2 that's been criminally overlooked. Talos I is one of gaming's best-designed spaces with terrifying shape-shifting aliens.

Pros

• Talos I is masterfully designed
• Mimics are terrifying
• Player freedom
• GLOO cannon is genius

Cons

• Slow start
• Technical issues
• Underwhelming ending

FAQ

Is Prey underrated?

Yes, widely considered one of the best immersive sims ever made but commercially underperformed.

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Last updated: 01/04/2026