11 Bit Studios Links This War of Mine, The Alters

Polish developer 11 Bit Studios has released a new trailer for their upcoming sci-fi adventure, The Alters, highlighting its connection to their critically acclaimed war survival game, This War of Mine. While This War of Mine is renowned for its grim depiction of wartime survival, The Alters offers a more vibrant and humorous narrative, focusing on the struggles of alternate versions of protagonist Jan Dolski. Despite their contrasting tones, both games share a core thematic element: survival.

In This War of Mine, players grapple with the harsh realities of war in a besieged city, meticulously managing resources and overcoming daily challenges to keep their civilian group alive. The Alters, however, presents survival as a frantic race against time, demanding players constantly relocate their mobile base to escape a relentless, dust-inducing sun.

Both games challenge players to confront uncomfortable situations, venturing into dangerous territories in search of essential resources. The key distinction lies in the playable characters: This War of Mine guides a group of ordinary civilians, whereas The Alters features a unique team of Jan Dolski's alternate selves.

The Alters is slated for release in 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass on launch day.