11 bit studios

The Alters

Explore an emotional sci-fi game with a unique blend of survival, adventure, and base-building elements. Help Jan Dolski, the sole survivor of an ill-fated space expedition, create alternative versions of himself to escape a hostile planet and tackle personal turmoils with this unconventional crew.

Released: 13 June 2025
Developer: 11 bit studios
Publisher: 11 bit studios
Engine: Unreal Engine 5
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric · Third person
Age rating: PEGI 16 · ESRB M
Controller: Full controller support
Metacritic: 85/100
Steam recommendations: 14,860
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S · PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 5
Genres: Simulator · Adventure

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Player rating: 87
Critic rating: 86
Ratings counted: 90.4%
Steam reviews: 63
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Quick answers

Crossplay System requirements 16 GB RAM Download size 50.0 GB Steam Deck Verified

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The story

This is the story of Jan Dolski, a simple worker facing circumstances that lead him to a life-changing crossroads. Crash landing on a distant planet, stranded and alone, Jan finds himself in a daunting life and death situation. His only hope for survival is to bring helping hands on board. Not yet understanding the weight of his choice, Jan must create alternate versions of himself if he is to forge ahead: the alters.

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How long to beat

Main story: 20 h
Main + extras: 28.6 h
Completionist: 51.5 h

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Key facts

Platforms

Game modes

Single player

Themes

Science fiction
Survival

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Trailer

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Reviews and languages

90.4% of 19,177 Steam reviews are positive. Valve labels that “Very Positive”.

15 languages in the interface, 1 of them with full voice acting. English is supported, with full voice acting.

Publisher's content notice

This game may contain content not appropriate for all ages (e.g. realistic violence, blood, use of tobacco, consumption of alcohol, mention of illegal drugs, crude language).

The Alters