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Steam app 3088070 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 22:28 UTC

Dark Light: Survivor

Dark Light: Survivor is a dark sci-fi action roguelike with ARPG loot and third-person shooter combat. Switch anytime between top-down view and TPS aiming as you build weapons, skills, and classes across brutal multiverse runs.

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September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 114 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

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October 2026

Dark Light: Survivor was released on 14 May, 2026.

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Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 22:28 UTC
App ID
3088070
Last updated
31 Aug 2026 build 24983382
Developer
Publisher
Release date
14 May, 2026
Platforms
Windows
Download size
8.85 GB
Install size
13.01 GB
Genres
Action, Adventure, RPG, Early Access
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Full
Early Access
Listed in Early Access
Achievements
29

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam CloudSteam LeaderboardsFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller Support

Accessibility

Custom Volume ControlsSave AnytimeSurround Sound

Popular tags

ActionEarly AccessThird-Person ShooterPost-apocalypticRoguelikeTop-Down ShooterAction RoguelikeBullet HellAtmosphericLootSci-fiHack and SlashZombiesAdventureRPG3DBullet HeavenDarkCyberpunkHorror
About this gameFull description from Steam
Dark Light: Survivor is a dark sci-fi survivor-like action roguelike that blends bullet heaven chaos, ARPG loot, and third-person shooting. Switch anytime between top-down survival combat and TPS action as you board the Phantom Train, humanity’s last hope for escaping the Dark Void. Journey through a shattered multiverse, fight endless horrors, loot deadly weapons, and create powerful builds as one of the last Dark Hunters. Each world brings new enemies, bosses, weapons, and choices. Push deeper into the darkness, uncover the path to Elysium, and survive long enough to keep humanity’s final dream alive. Switch camera. Loot hard. Survive the Dark Void. FEATURES Dynamic Perspective Shifts: Swap between top down and third person view at any time. Command the battlefield from above or move in close for immersive combat, precise aiming, and devastating headshots. Roguelike Progression Every run is a fight for survival. Gather resources, unlock permanent upgrades, discover powerful new weapons and items, and push deeper into increasingly brutal worlds. Distinct Biomes Cross three deadly worlds, a ruined town consumed by demons and cybernetic horrors, cursed castle ruins swallowed by the Dark Void, and a frozen battlefield where giant insect beasts roam among the wreckage of ancient warships. Artifacts and Skills Master 3 unique classes, each with distinct skills, strengths, and upgrade paths. Unlock Artifacts, earn permanent bonuses, and build your loadout with new starting weapons and abilities every run. Pixel Mode & Cinematic Graphics: Switch between cinematic 4K visuals and a nostalgic Pixel Mode that evokes classic indie games. Pixel Mode isn’t just a visual change.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS12Violência
IGRS18Horor · Kekerasan
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10/11 Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820K CPU @ 3.30GHz or similar Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Geforce RTX 2070 or better Storage: 20 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10/11 Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-5820K CPU @ 3.30GHz or similar Memory: 32 MB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or better Storage: 20 GB available space

macOS

Minimum: Recommended:

Linux

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Supported languages2 languages
LanguageFull audio
English●
Simplified Chinese

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Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

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AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

29 achievements in total.

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Last of the OrderAchievement
Call of RaveningAchievement
Harvest of RuinAchievement
Deadeye HarvestAchievement
Iron WallAchievement
Crate BreakerAchievement
One Shot MemoryAchievement
End of KingsAchievement
Dark Credit TycoonAchievement
Guns UpAchievement

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36 developer announcements, Nov 2024 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC

August

  1. Patch 0.2.7.2

    Hi Everyone,Special thanks to ElectriX for identifying an issue where leaving the game paused for an extended period could cause the player character to slowly sink into the ground and eventually fall beneath the map. The issue was…

    Patch notes
  2. Patch 0.2.7.1

    Hi guys,A quick emergency patch before the weekend.We found and fixed a rare issue that could cause the end screen to become locked under specific conditions.Fixed a rare issue where offering a Void Stone during the first Map Select could…

    Patch notes
  3. Patch 0.2.7

    Hi everyone,We have just completed another round of performance improvements and bug fixes before shifting our main focus back to Endless Mode and upcoming content. Work on the URP transition is also continuing alongside development.This…

    Dark Hunter
  4. Patch 0.2.6 -Performance, Bug Fixes & Community Feedback Update

    Hi everyone,This patch focuses on performance improvements, bug fixes, and several changes based directly on community feedback.FSR Support AddedWe have added AMD FSR support, which can be especially useful for players running higher…

    Dark Hunter
  5. Patch 0.2.5 - Wardrobe System Update

    Hi Everyone, The Wardrobe System is now live!This was one of the features requested by the community, and you can now unlock different armour skins and customize how your character looks without having to give up the gear you actually want…

    Dark Hunter

July

  1. Patch 0.2.4

    Hi everyone,We’ve released a quick update to the camera settings. You can now choose between two top down camera distances:Balanced – the original camera distanceLong Distance – an Overwatch style wider viewThis option should help players…

    Patch notes
  2. Patch 0.2.3

    Hi guys,There were a few features that didn't make it into the latest major camera update because we ran out of time. We're happy to say they're now ready!New "Overwatch" Camera ModeWe've added a brand new third person camera mode called…

    Patch notes
  3. Patch 0.2.2

    Hi everyone,While we continue working on larger system updates, including Endless Run, patches may take a little longer than usual. Rather than holding these fixes back, we decided to release this update first.This patch includes a major…

    Dark Hunter
  4. Patch 0.2.1

    Hi everyone,We have released another patch and emergency fix for Dark Light: Survivor.First, we want to give a special thanks to @Селин-Всталин and @👁 for reporting the issue with the Random Lottery Chest. This issue was introduced after…

    Patch notes

June

  1. Major Update: Patch 0.2

    Hi everyone,We are excited to share a major content update for Dark Light: Survivor.This update focuses on three key areas: new random map modifiers, more build variety and replayability, and the first major step toward our future Endless…

    Dark Hunter
  2. Dark Light: Survivor is Now Steam Deck Verified!

    Hi Everyone,We are excited to announce that Dark Light: Survivor is now officially Steam Deck Verified!This means the game has passed Valve’s Steam Deck compatibility review and is now ready to play on Steam Deck.Over the past few weeks, we…

    Dark Hunter
  3. Patch 0.1.8.1

    Hi everyone,Thanks to the help from our community and players, we were able to track down several hard-to-find bugs. This patch focuses on bug fixes, balance changes, UI improvements, and clearer descriptions for some effects.We have also…

    Patch notes
  4. Patch 0.1.8

    Hi everyone,This update brings some major changes to weapon upgrades, weapon mods, skill choices, and several important bug fixes.The main goal of this patch is to make builds easier to understand, give players more control during a run…

    Dark Hunter
  5. Patch 0.1.7

    Hi everyone,We have released a new update with a number of fixes, improvements, and long requested quality of life changes.This update includes fixes for dual monitor mouse behavior on Windows, keyboard and controller D-pad support for…

    Dark Hunter
  6. Patch 0.1.6.1

    Hi everyone,This is a quick patch to address Steam Deck resolution issues, stabilize the Deck build, and reduce stuttering further by preloading key particle effects.Big thanks to the community for the feedback, and special thanks to @Zeff…

    Patch notes
  7. Patch 0.1.6

    Hi Everyone,We have just released a major update.This patch focuses on Steam Deck support, UI readability, weapon feel, balance changes, and bug fixes. Thanks again for all the feedback and support.Steam Deck support is now in. The game is…

    Dark Hunter

May

  1. Patch 0.1.5.2

    Hi everyone,We just released a small patch.We were originally working on a bigger update, but after receiving reports about the revive bug that could make the player immortal or stuck, we decided to release these fixes first.Thanks again…

    Patch notes
  2. Patch 0.1.5.1

    Hi All,We have just released an urgent patch to address several reported bugs.Please see the details below:Disabled skill effect shadows on Steam Deck to improve performance.Fixed an issue where Low Quality and High Quality image settings…

    Patch notes
  3. Patch 0.1.5

    Hi everyone,As requested by many players, we have added an Auto Aim option for top down mode, so the game can feel closer to other survivor-style games when you want a more relaxed control style.Thank you for your support. We will keep…

    Patch notes
  4. Patch 0.1.4

    Hi everyone,We have released a patch to address several issues and improve the overall gameplay experience.Special thanks to the players who mentioned these issues and shared feedback in the community. Your feedback really helps us…

    Dark Hunter
  5. Patch 0.1.3

    Hi everyone,We have released a patch to address several reported issues and improve the overall game experience.Special thanks to the players who reported these issues, including @MoonShepher, @GesPal, @Troy Muni, and many others.As a small…

    Dark Hunter
  6. Patch 0.1.2

    Hi all,We have urgently fixed the bug where the game would not end after defeating bosses.Thank you to everyone who reported this issue in the community.We will keep refining and improving the game. Please stay tuned for future…

    Patch notes
  7. Patch 0.1.1

    Hi everyone,We have released a quick emergency patch over the weekend.Fixes and improvements:Fixed a rare bug where the player could become immortal.Optimized memory usage.Unloaded the starting train after leaving it to free up…

    Dark Hunter
  8. Dark Light: Survivor is now available on Steam Early Access!

    Dear everyone,We are thrilled to announce that Dark Light: Survivor is now available in Early Access on Steam.Thank you so much for all your support!Watch our official launch trailer here:For a small indie team like ours, creating a game…

    Dark Hunter

April

  1. Dark Light: Survivor Release Date Update

    Hi All,Thank you again for your support, patience, and excitement for Dark Light: Survivor.We want to share an important update regarding our Early Access release.We had originally planned to launch Dark Light: Survivor in April 2026, but…

    Dark Hunter

March

  1. Preparing for Launch - Development Update

    Hi All,It’s been a while!Thank you for your continued support and interest in Dark Light: Survivor. Over the past four months, we have been fully focused on development, and preparing for the EA release next month.To keep you all updated…

    Dark Hunter

December

  1. Patch 0.1.6

    Hi everyone,It has been a while since our last update, and the team has been working intensely to make Dark Light Survivor better than ever.New third person systemWe have completely rebuilt the third person system. Your character can now…

    Dark Hunter

October

  1. Patch 0.1.5

    Hi all, We shipped a weekend update. Thanks to everyone who helped with reports. The patch improves RAM and GPU performance and adds a Texture Quality option. Medium is now the default and should be fine on Steam Deck with minimal visual…

    Dark Hunter
  2. Patch 0.1.4

    Hi All,We’ve released another patch addressing the following issues: Performance and stability • Optimised memory usage by splitting large texture sets into smaller chunks so lower-end PCs load more reliably. This may also help Steam Deck…

    Dark Hunter
  3. Patch 0.1.3

    Hi All,Thank you so much for your support and feedback. We truly appreciate it.We’ve just released a major patch with a bunch of fixes and improvements, including:CONTROLS• Added support for mouse side buttons.MOVEMENT AND SKILLS• Fixed an…

    Dark Hunter
  4. Patch 0.1.2

    Hi All:We just released a small patch that fixes several issues, including:• Updated Zombie Shooter firing: switched to projectile-based firing with new bullet and hit effects.• Replaced the compass direction indicator with a radar…

    Patch notes

September

  1. Patch 0.1.1

    Fixed terrain rocks that could trap players.Increased camera zoom-out across all perspectives.

    Patch notes
  2. Patch 0.1

    Fixed leaderboard displacement issue. The leaderboard now displays records for up to 1,000 players.

    Patch notes
  3. Dark Light: Survivor Demo Live on Steam

    Hi everyone! We’re excited to announce the Dark Light: Survivor demo is now live on Steam!Huge thanks to everyone who helped with the closed alpha. This is our first public demo and we are excited and a little nervous. We are a small indie…

    Dark Hunter

June

  1. Dark Light: Survivor Development Update June 2025

    Hey everyone,Sorry it's been a while since our last update. We've been deep in the trenches working non stop to get the demo ready, aiming for late August. The truth is the project turned out way bigger than we expected, which pushed back…

    Dark Hunter

November

  1. Dark Light: Survivor Development Update

    Hi Dark Hunters, Welcome to our very first update for Dark Light: Survivor! We’re super excited to finally share what we’ve been working on. As a small indie team, this game is a labor of love, and we can’t wait to bring you along on this…

    Dark Hunter

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