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Invention 3

FPS 1.04 GB 1.1K views

Game Overview

A hostile, zombie-infested landscape turns every quiet corridor and abandoned street into a search for survival. Invention 3 is a lean indie first-person shooter built around pushing through packs of fast, aggressive undead while hunting for somewhere that might offer temporary safety. Its mood is tense rather than elaborate: the threat is immediate, ammunition is valuable, and standing still for too long usually proves fatal. Players looking for a straightforward horror-action experience get a grim, no-nonsense fight against overwhelming odds.

Progress comes from moving through dangerous areas, checking the environment for guns, ammunition, and healing supplies, then using those limited tools to clear a path forward. Zombies close distance quickly, so combat rewards alert movement, measured shooting, and knowing when to retreat instead of trying to eliminate every enemy. Exploration matters because useful gear is not simply handed out; searching side rooms and overlooked spaces can make the difference between surviving the next encounter and running dry. The core loop stays focused on scavenging, shooting, recovering health, and advancing through increasingly hazardous territory.

What separates Invention 3 from larger zombie shooters is its stripped-down, independent feel and emphasis on immediate survival pressure rather than sprawling crafting systems or cinematic storytelling. The fast undead make it closer in spirit to old-school survival-horror shooters than to slow, methodical zombie games, demanding quick reactions whenever a horde appears. Visuals and presentation are modest, but that simplicity keeps attention on navigating hostile spaces and preserving precious resources. Fans of budget FPS horror, especially players who enjoy tense scavenging and direct zombie combat without a long list of systems to learn, are the best fit; veterans may find it a brief, uncomplicated diversion rather than a deep survival epic.

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Installation

  1. Select the Download button at the top of this page to open UploadHaven.
  2. On UploadHaven, wait for any countdown, then select Free Download. Optional: UploadHaven Pro for faster downloads.
  3. When complete, extract the archive to a Invention 3 folder using 7-Zip.
  4. Open the extracted folder and start the game normally.
  5. For errors, check Setup Guide & Troubleshooting below. Keep your security software enabled.

System Requirements

  • OS: Windows 7
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E6300
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 750
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
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Setup Guide & Troubleshooting

How do I fix missing DLL errors for Invention 3?

After extracting Invention 3, 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 1.04 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.

Do I need to run the game as administrator?

Usually, no. Start the game normally from the extracted folder. If you see a permissions or save error, check that the folder is writable and follow the game's documented fix. Only grant administrator access when a trusted game's specific setup requires it.

How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?

Invention 3 requires a Nvidia GTX 750 or equivalent. Update your NVIDIA or AMD drivers to the latest version for the best performance.

The game won't launch — what should I try?

Check that extraction completed and your PC meets the system requirements, including Version 9.0. Note any error message before choosing a fix. If it identifies a missing runtime, install the required DirectX components or Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable from Microsoft.

My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?

A warning needs to be investigated; the download source alone cannot confirm that a file is safe. Keep your security software enabled and review the detection details. Do not run or restore a flagged file unless you have verified that it is a false positive. If you are unsure, leave it quarantined.

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