Ruyn HD revives a forgotten indie FPS with brutal DOOM-style action and a new HD makeover. Download the game for free on Steam.
Ruyn HD brings back a little-known indie shooter from 2016, now fully remastered with high-resolution sprites, sharper maps and updated lighting. For fans of old-school FPS games in the spirit of DOOM or Quake, this free title on Steam is a satisfying return to fast-paced, pixelated violence.
Classic-style FPS gameplay, now in HD
Originally released on Itch.io and quickly gaining a small cult following, Ruyn stood out for its eerie atmosphere, chunky visuals and intense combat. The HD version enhances these features while keeping the game’s retro roots intact. Enemies explode into pixel gore, secrets are hidden in dark corners, and the soundtrack throbs with industrial tension.
There’s no hand-holding, no regeneration, no maps. Just you, a shotgun, and whatever lurks in the ruins.
From Itch.io obscurity to Steam revival
What makes Ruyn HD interesting is that the game was initially almost lost to time. It existed quietly as a browser title and offline download, known only to a niche audience. Now, with improved visuals and a Steam launch, the developer is giving new players a second chance to experience this forgotten gem and it’s completely free.
Although short, the game delivers intense, replayable action. There’s no save system, no checkpoints and it’s designed to be finished in one go. That also makes it a perfect break game for fans of skill-based shooters who miss the straightforward brutality of ’90s design.
Source: Steam
