The Alters
Adventure
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Playable without Timed Input
DualSense Controller Support
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Experience an award-winning, story-driven sci-fi survival game. Help Jan Dolski, the survivor of an ill-fated space expedition, create alternative versions of himself to escape a hostile planet and tackle personal turmoil with his unconventional crew.

Developers: 11 bit studios
Publishers: 11 bit studios
Release Date: Jun 13, 2025
Price (USD): $34.99
Current Players: 541

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Very Positive(89%)
unique premise
emotional depth
exceptional voice acting
philosophical themes
satisfying gameplay
narrative focus
time-sensitive tasks
replayability
story-driven
gameplay loop
game-breaking bugs
repetitive tasks
forced narrative
emotional management issues
clunky exploration
The unique premise and emotional depth make this a memorable experience. However, players have noted repetitive tasks and narrative pace issues. While some have encountered technical issues, the storytelling and character work keep many invested. Those interested in story-driven survival experiences with meaningful choices will find much to appreciate.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a gripping and introspective story with philosophical and psychological themes.
  • Players praised the unique premise of creating alternative versions of oneself, which adds depth to character interactions.
  • The base-building, resource management, and exploration elements are well-integrated, providing a satisfying gameplay loop.
  • Many found the emotional and moral dilemmas to be thought-provoking and impactful.
  • The voice acting, especially by Alex Jordan, was highlighted as exceptional, bringing the characters to life.
  • Negative Points

  • Some players experienced game-breaking bugs or crashes, impacting their experience.
  • The game can become repetitive, particularly in later acts, with some players finding the tasks tedious.
  • Certain narrative decisions felt forced, with implications not being clearly explained beforehand to the player.
  • The emotional management of the 'Alters' was often criticized as being overly demanding or frustrating.
  • A few players mentioned that the exploration and interaction could feel clunky or limited at times.
  • Mixed Points

  • The narrative focus of the game received mixed responses, with some appreciating its depth and others finding it overwhelming or poorly paced.
  • The time-sensitive nature of tasks added tension for some, while others felt it was too stressful or restrictive.
  • Replayability was seen as both a strength and a drawback, with multiple endings offering variety, but some feeling it lacked depth for repeated playthroughs.
  • Common Themes

  • Survival mechanics intertwined with narrative-driven gameplay was a core theme appreciated by many.
  • The existential and moral questions raised by the game were frequently acknowledged.
  • Updated 7/14/2026, 12:01:30 AM UTC