Game Overview
A forgotten land, a nearly blank memory, and a devil locked behind bars give Six Sides of Obscurity its uneasy opening. The imprisoned creature offers answers in exchange for help, while a strange storybook hints that your life is only one thread among many. Rather than leaning on pure horror, the game frames its mystery as a dark fantasy RPG built around uncovering missing pages, personal purpose, and the motives behind its demonic bargain. Its six distinct regions shift from frozen terrain to harsh, dry landscapes, each hiding threats and detours beyond the main route.
Combat centers on flexible character building rather than a fixed hero archetype. Players choose from six classes, level passive traits, improve core stats, equip upgraded gear, slot runes, craft equipment, and experiment with roughly 70 bonuses that can reshape a build around poison, fire, knockback, life theft, blindness, stun resistance, and other effects. Five elemental paths add another tactical layer: studying an enemy’s affinities and resistances matters as much as raw damage, particularly when a map-ending boss starts using heavy magical attacks, critical hits, or disabling abilities. Progression mixes monster hunting and loot with a gateway puzzle on each map, while secret chests reward players willing to search awkward corners or handle light platforming. Optional PvP lets consenting teammates damage one another, adding a competitive outlet to multiplayer sessions.
Its strongest feature is the amount of build expression packed into a compact, map-based adventure. Areas are not open worlds, but hidden routes, secrets, and puzzle gates make them feel more deliberate than simple combat corridors, and seamless travel after the initial startup keeps co-op momentum moving. The book structure and amnesiac premise give the dungeon-crawling a narrative hook, while bosses demand more awareness than merely stacking stronger gear. Fans of indie action RPGs who enjoy experimenting with elemental counters and unusual status-effect builds should find plenty to work with, especially if they prefer focused stages over sprawling sandbox design.
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Installation
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Six Sides of Obscurity.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
System Requirements
- OS *: Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, 11
- Processor: Intel i5-2300 or AMD Phenom II 830 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 / AMD R7 370
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Six Sides of Obscurity?
After extracting Six Sides of Obscurity, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 3.30 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
This game requires Version 11. Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.