As of June 4, 2025, The Alters, developed by 11 bit studios, is scheduled for release on June 13, 2025. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. It will also be accessible on Xbox Game Pass at launch. gematsu.com+6store.steampowered.com+6gematsu.com+6indie-games.eu+2gematsu.com+2gematsu.com+2gamerant.com
🧬 Game Overview
In The Alters, you play as Jan Dolski, a space miner stranded on a hostile planet. To survive, Jan must create alternate versions of himself, known as “Alters,” using a mysterious substance called Rapidium. Each Alter embodies a different life path Jan could have taken, bringing unique skills and personalities to aid in survival. worthplaying.com+7en.wikipedia.org+7gematsu.com+7altersthegame.com+6indie-games.eu+6en.wikipedia.org+6gematsu.com+5store.steampowered.com+5en.wikipedia.org+5
🛠️ Gameplay Features
- Survival Mechanics: Manage resources, build and expand a mobile base, and navigate hazardous environments to stay alive.
- Alters System: Create and interact with various versions of Jan, each with distinct abilities and emotional complexities.gematsu.com+7gematsu.com+7store.steampowered.com+7
- Time Management: Plan activities carefully to avoid the deadly radiation of the planet’s sun, which follows a strict day-night cycle.en.wikipedia.org+2store.steampowered.com+2godisageek.com+2
- Narrative Choices: Decisions made throughout the game will impact relationships with Alters and influence the story’s outcome.
🧪 Demo Availability
A demo for The Alters is currently available on Steam, allowing players to experience the game’s mechanics and atmosphere ahead of its full release. store.steampowered.com
📅 Development Timeline
Originally slated for a 2024 release, The Alters was delayed to ensure the game’s quality met the developers’ standards. The new release date is set for June 13, 2025.
