The Dead Await
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The Dead Await Leaves Early Access
The Dead Await, a zombie-infested deckbuilding RPG developed by Shotx and indie.io, has officially launched on Steam for PC, exiting Early Access. The 1.0 release includes a new trailer showcasing gameplay elements.
Zombie Survival Deckbuilder The Dead Await, Launches Into 1.0 Today
The zombie survival deck-builder The Dead Await has officially launched into Version 1.0 on PC via Steam and the indie.io Store. Developed by Shotx Studio and published by indie.io, the game combines open-world survival, caravan management, and strategic deck-building combat. The 1.0 update introduces Act III, new progression systems, and an Arena mode.
Release Dates/Windows
Several games have announced their release dates or windows. Black Jacket released a trailer on May 12th, The Dead Await announced its 1.0 release date via an indie.io trailer on May 18th, and Voice of Belldona also received an official release trailer.
Post-apocalyptic deckbuilding RPG The Dead Await gets full release this month — MP3s & NPCs
The post-apocalyptic deckbuilding RPG The Dead Await will receive its full release on May 18 for PC via Steam, after launching in Early Access in October 2024. The game features open-world exploration, resource management, and strategic card-based combat in a zombie-infested world. The article also mentions the publication MP3s and NPCs and its owner, Terrance Pryor.
Post-Apocalyptic Deck-Building RPG The Dead Await Sets Full Release for May 18, 2026
The Dead Await, a post-apocalyptic deck-building survival RPG developed by Shotx Studio and published by indie.io, will launch its full 1.0 version on May 18, 2026. The game is currently available in Early Access on Steam and the indie.io Store. Players lead a caravan of survivors, managing resources and engaging in card-based combat in a zombie-infested open world.