How a mercenary fought robots in the tunnels of Descent

Descent 1,II & 3 - Retrospective · 16:09 · Video: Scott Manley · Watch at the source

In short: This retrospective explores the technologically impressive Descent series, where you play as a mercenary tasked with reclaiming mines from rogue robots.

The video examines the original Descent and its two sequels, highlighting their status as well-loved tunnel shooters. Players take on the role of the 'Material Defender,' a mercenary hired by the Post Terran Mining Corporation to combat machines that have seized control of various mining operations.

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