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111 Playtesters have been Invited to look Into the Abyss

Wave 1 is out. We've sent invites to the first 111 playtesters - the opening group of our first public playtest round. If you're in this wave, you'll find the invite in your Steam library. Welcome to the depths!

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addedWhat will you playThe build has some missing content we know about: VOs are still in progress because it takes time to record with the real actors. VOs are to be added throughout the summer.
changedShare Your FeedbackOn Discord : post in the playtest #feedback channel. Everyone who shares feedback on Discord will receive a special title on our server - our small but genuine way of saying thank you for helping us build this.
changedWave 2 in 2-4 WeeksWe're keeping the waves intentionally tight. We want to actually read what you tell us, fix what's broken, and bring in the next group once we've properly processed the feedback, not just stack players on top of unresolved issues.
changedSpread the WordIf you know someone who'd want to play this - send them to the store page and have them request access. Playtest spots are limited, but the queue is open

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addedThe build has some missing content we know about: VOs are still in progress because it takes time to record with the real actors. VOs are to be added throughout the summer.
changedOn Discord : post in the playtest #feedback channel. Everyone who shares feedback on Discord will receive a special title on our server - our small but genuine way of saying thank you for helping us build this.
changedWe're keeping the waves intentionally tight. We want to actually read what you tell us, fix what's broken, and bring in the next group once we've properly processed the feedback, not just stack players on top of unresolved issues.
changedIf you know someone who'd want to play this - send them to the store page and have them request access. Playtest spots are limited, but the queue is open

Wave 1 is out. We've sent invites to the first 111 playtesters - the opening group of our first public playtest round. If you're in this wave, you'll find the invite in your Steam library. Welcome to the depths!

What will you play

The playtest covers the opening section of our Vertical Slice:

  • The Abyss: the intro sequence. Your first steps in the exosuit, your first look at what this world is.

  • The Docks: the first real location. Industrial, decaying, alive with things that want you dead.

  • A mini-boss encounter - a proper test of whether the combat has clicked for you yet.

Also: Weapons, gadgets, enemies, environmental hazards - just enough to get a real feel for the game without spoiling what comes next.

The build has some missing content we know about: VOs are still in progress because it takes time to record with the real actors. VOs are to be added throughout the summer.

Share Your Feedback

If you're playing, please tell us what you find. Every response matters.

  • Feel the Survey after the Demo:it really helps us collect all the feedback and see it through your eyes.

  • Comment on Steam: drop your feedback in the discussions here. We will pick it up and take it home

  • On Discord: post in the playtest #feedback channel. Everyone who shares feedback on Discord will receive a special title on our server - our small but genuine way of saying thank you for helping us build this.

Bugs, impressions,"I died here twelve times, and I'm not sure if that's my fault"- all of it is useful. Screenshots are very welcome too.

Wave 2 in 2-4 Weeks

We're keeping the waves intentionally tight. We want to actually read what you tell us, fix what's broken, and bring in the next group once we've properly processed the feedback, not just stack players on top of unresolved issues.

Wave 2 timing depends on how quickly we can work through the responses. Our best estimate right now is 2 to 4 weeks. Everyone who requested access and didn't make Wave 1, you're in the queue. We'll be back!

Spread the Word

If you know someone who'd want to play this - send them to the store page and have them request access. Playtest spots are limited, but the queue is open

See you down there!

NOVA64

Pressure above. Abyss below. Know the rules. Break the right ones.

HYDROPUNK

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Steam News / 4 June 2026

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