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The Alters

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First release
Jun 13, 2025
Genres
Adventure, Simulator · Science fiction, Survival
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

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.

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Storyline
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.Read more

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.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Jun 13, 2025
PlayStation 5
Jun 13, 2025
Xbox Series X|S
Jun 13, 2025
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
23h
Main + Extras
30h
Completionist
52h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person, Bird view / Isometric
Keywords
futuristic, steam trading cards, atmospheric, psychological, emotional
… All 8, story rich, steam achievements, controller support

At a Glance

Critic Score
87
Main Story (IGDB)
23h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
30h
Completionist (IGDB)
52h
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Steam users rate this Very Positive, 15,541 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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