Sci-fi Survival Horror
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The Alters: Last Variable Review – The Science of Self-Discovery
The Alters: Last Variable is a standalone sci-fi survival experience that continues the story of Jan Scientist after a specific ending in the base game. Players must manage resources, build a base, and interact with various "Alters" of Jan, each with distinct personalities and scientific specializations, to research a mysterious Oasis while surviving planetary hazards. While it doesn't drastically change the core gameplay loop of resource gathering and survival, the sharp writing and character dynamics make it a recommended campaign for fans of the original game.
WarpedSpace – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
WarpedSpace, a sci-fi survival adventure game, is currently in open beta. Players manage a failing spacecraft in deep space, balancing systems like power, heat, and damage while exploring asteroid fields and alien structures. The game features EVA excursions for mining and salvaging, ship upgrades, and dynamic encounters with creatures and drones.
Solarpunk Released
Two-person development studio Cyberwave has launched its sci-fi survival game, Solarpunk, for PC. The Windows edition is now available on both the Epic Games Store and Steam.
Venus: The Last Ascent Announced
Breaking Walls has announced Venus: The Last Ascent, a new physics-based sci-fi survival game. Players will construct a large mobile fortress on Venus, emphasizing an offensive defense strategy.
Alien: Isolation 2 is Developed on Unreal Engine 5, per Recent Job Listing
Creative Assembly's sequel to Alien: Isolation is being developed using Unreal Engine 5, according to recent job listings. The studio is seeking key personnel and indicates a long-term development plan for the sci-fi survival horror title, which entered early development last year.
Game Pass Gets Busy Again – Aphelion Leads A Week Of New Drops As Big Titles Exit
Xbox Game Pass is seeing a significant influx of new titles, including Day One releases like Aphelion and Trepang2, alongside strategy and sandbox games. This update coincides with a price adjustment for the subscription service. However, several popular games are also being removed from the service on April 30th, prompting players to decide what to finish before they disappear.
Directive 8020 Gets New Trailer Ahead of Launch
Supermassive Games released a new trailer for its upcoming sci-fi survival horror game, Directive 8020, showcasing its premise and gameplay. The game is set to launch on May 12, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring branching story systems, survival mode, and both local and online multiplayer options.
3…2…1… LIFTOFF! Icarus: Console Edition Arrives On Xbox & Playstation 5, Bringing A Unique Sci-Fi Survival Experience
Icarus: Console Edition, the Xbox Series and PlayStation 5 version of Dean Hall's sci-fi survival game, has launched. Developed by GRIP Studios, the game challenges players to explore, extract resources, and survive on a failed terraformed planet, either solo or in teams of up to four. The console release includes the New Frontiers Expansion, doubling the game world size and adding new biomes and challenges.
Supermassive's "Directive 8020" Gets New Live-Action Couch Co-Op Trailer (PC, PS5, XSX)
Supermassive Games has released a new live-action trailer for its upcoming sci-fi survival horror game, Directive 8020, showcasing its couch co-op Movie Night Mode. The game will feature single-player and up to five-player local co-op at launch on May 12, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, with online multiplayer planned for a post-launch update. The trailer also highlights new features like Turning Points for revisiting decisions and features actress Lashana Lynch.
The sci-fi survival game from the creator of DayZ heads to space Skyrim in its latest DLC, accompanied by a free update…
RocketWerkz has released a significant new DLC, 'Dangerous Horizons,' for its sci-fi survival game Icarus, alongside a substantial free update called 'Kepler.' The DLC introduces new missions, radioactive zones, NPCs, laser guns, and a Hoverframe vehicle for $30. The free update adds oil processing, new base defenses, expanded building options, and more missions.
AAA ARTIST UNVEILS DEBUT INDIE HORROR, FEAR OF SLEEP
Signal Decay Games has unveiled Fear of Sleep, a debut sci-fi survival horror title led by AAA artist Konrad Honey. The game emphasizes a no-hand-holding approach with physics manipulation and player-investigated narrative, and its demo is currently available following a positive reception at Steam Next Fest.
