The Alters is an upcoming survival RPG on Steam featuring base-building elements on a deadly planet. Your task is to escape the planet using a quantum computer and many clones of yourself.
What kind of game is The Alters? In The Alters, you take on the role of worker Jan Dolski. You are the last survivor of a crashed expedition and must now survive on a hostile planet. Alone, this task would be nearly impossible, so you use a quantum computer and the substance Rapidium to simulate and clone alternative versions of yourself.
To survive, you need to gather resources, expand your base, and keep your crew entertained, because even though they are alternative versions of yourself, they all differ character-wise from their original – this can lead to branching storylines and change your journey as well as the ending of your run.
Here you can find the gameplay trailer for The Alters:
Playing yourself has never been so difficult
What makes The Alters special? It is primarily the mix of the dystopian survival setting and the emotional storytelling of the protagonist, exploring how his life would change had he made a different decision in the past.
Furthermore, the exploration of the planet is filled with mysteries. Many anomalies hold secrets that you can uncover, but exploration is dangerous. Depending on how risky you are in your discoveries, you may face immediate death, radiation-related injuries, or even the collapse of space and time itself.
What do critics say about the game? The game receives a solid 85 rating on Metacritic. Many critics praise the complexity of the narrative through the clones. Here is what has been said:
- “While management is a central aspect of The Alters, dealing with complex personalities becomes increasingly important as time goes on.” – gameliner.nl, with a rating of 80.
- “It has its weaknesses, as some depth in base building has been traded for narrative depth, but the overall gaming experience is still highly rewarding. And the best part: considering the visual quality and high replay value, it’s a fantastic offer.” – game8.co, with a rating of 82.
- “It’s difficult to elaborate on why ‘The Alters’ is so great without spoiling the experience – it’s truly a game best enjoyed with as few preconceived notions as possible.” – gamerant.com, with a rating of 100.
When is the release? The release is scheduled for June 13, 2025, at 3 PM German time. The game has no price on Steam yet, but on Xbox, it costs €34.95. For those looking for other survival games, we have the perfect list on MeinMMO: The 30 best survival games 2025 for PS5, Steam and Xbox
