The Alters is not just a game; it's a deep journey into the human psyche. It tells the story of an engineer named Jan Dolski, stranded alone on a harsh planet, who must create alternate versions of himself — each with different pasts and personalities — to survive.

The idea was developed by the Polish studio 11 bit studios, known for masterpieces like This War of Mine and Frostpunk. Released on June 13, 2025, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, the game combines survival, base-building, and psychological storytelling.

The Story Behind the Game

Jan Dolski is the sole survivor of a failed space mission. On a hostile planet with a deadly sun, he builds a rotating base to escape the harsh light. But to maintain and develop the base, he must create Alters — clones representing different possible life paths he could have taken, each with unique skills and personalities.

Gameplay and Mechanics

The Alters features resource management, base-building, and time-sensitive survival mechanics where every decision matters. You must balance the needs and conflicts of your Alters while racing against time and the planet's dangers.

Meet the Creative Minds

The game’s narrative was crafted by Magda Gamrot (Lead Writer), Katarzyna Tybinka (Senior Writer), and Tomasz Kisilewicz (Game Director). Their goal was to create a human experience about choices, identity, and the lives we might have lived.

Voice actor Alex Jordan brought life to all Alters, recording over 400 hours of dialogue to give each clone a unique personality.

Why The Alters Matters

The Alters is more than a survival game — it’s a philosophical exploration of self and possibility. It challenges players to reflect on their own decisions and alternate selves, wrapped in a thrilling sci-fi adventure.

Are you ready to face the many versions of yourself?