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The Alters

A sci-fi survival game where you manage a base on a hostile planet as Jan Dolski, the sole survivor of a failed expedition. You create alternate versions of him, each with their own skills and personality, and keep the crew working and the base running. Story and resource management go hand in hand. Is it your kind of game?

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IGDB

83%

90 ratings

Steam:

90%

15,379 reviews

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you like base management and resource juggling wrapped in an emotional sci-fi story.

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you want action or open-ended sandbox play.

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Steam

$34.18

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Platforms
Xbox · PC · PlayStation
Release date
June 13, 2025
Length
About 30 hours
Difficulty
3/5 (estimated)
Genres
Simulator · Adventure
Themes
Science fiction · Survival
Perspective
Third person · Bird view / Isometric
Modes
Solo only
Languages
3 languages
Text in your language
Yes
Steam Deck
Verified
Microtransactions
None

Frequently asked questions

How long is The Alters?
About 30 hours to finish the main story.
Which platforms is The Alters on?
The Alters is available on Xbox · PC · PlayStation.
Does The Alters have co-op?
No, The Alters is single-player only.
Does The Alters run on Steam Deck?
Verified
What does The Alters cost?
$34.18 on Steam.

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