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DESOLATE is a first person horror survival experience. Form a research team with up to 4 players and explore an open world filled with mysteries and unsolved questions, or do it all on your own.

DESOLATE is a survival, open world and horror game developed by Nearga and published by HypeTrain Digital.
Released on January 17th 2019 is available only on Windows.

It has received 7,881 reviews of which 5,258 were positive and 2,623 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 1.25€ on K4G.


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Windows
  • OS *: 64-Bit Windows 8/10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.1 GHz or AMD FX-6300 @ 3.5 GHz or equivalent
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 or analogue with 2GB VRAM
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 10 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX®-compatible

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2 hours played
Oct. 2026
The game is good but not for everyone
78 hours played
Oct. 2026
RECOMMENDED "S.T.A.L.K.E.R. vibes with co-op survival DONE RIGHT." If you're a fan of atmospheric survival horror, retro-futuristic Soviet sci-fi, and environmental storytelling, Desolate is a hidden gem that deserves a spot in your library. The Good: Incredible Atmosphere: Granichny Island is pure nightmare fuel. The fog-drenched forests, rusted Soviet facilities, and bizarre spatial anomalies create a constant sense of dread and mystery. Balanced Survival: Managing hunger, thirst, sanity, and physical injuries feels impactful without turning into a tedious chore. Blueprint hunting and gear crafting provide a super satisfying progression loop. Great Enemy Design: Fending off mutated wildlife, rogue mercenaries, and otherworldly anomalies keeps every excursion tense. You can't just run and gun; you have to plan your engagements. Top-Tier Co-Op: Running solo is a masterclass in isolation, but playing with up to 4 players in co-op turns every research run into a fantastic, chaotic team operation. Rich Lore: Finding logs, notes, and abandoned facilities actually feels rewarding as you piece together the dark catastrophe that doomed the island. The Verdict: A fantastic blend of atmospheric survival, crafting, and creeping sci-fi horror. Whether you're sneaking through misty woods to avoid lethal anomalies or scavenging high-tech facilities with friends, it delivers a gripping experience from start to finish. 8.5/10 — Absolute steal on sale, but well worth full price for survival horror fans.
5 hours played
Aug. 2026
just started playing with my friend and this game is not too bad
28 hours played
May 2026
Its fun with friends not best thing ever but its a solid stalker like you can play with friends. has some cool enemies and a interesting world but in some ways feels unfinished do recommend on sale
46 hours played
May 2026
God, man. Desolate is a sort of gameplay experience that isn't exactly memorable for most, but it will always occupy a spot in my head. This game brims with potential. Problem is, devs sort of lost interest in the really cool world they were attempting to build. For that matter, if you're playing this game for the first time cause you saw it on sale, I have a word of advice- ignore all side quests until you complete the main story, completing the side quests afterward will prove the main antagonist wrong and leave you in a better spirit. Gameplay wise, solid. It was enjoyable to level and gain new abilities in combat. Weapon crafting is also pretty solid, you can make some absolutely SINISTER looking weapons in this game, with spikes and barbed wire in all these places it wouldn't normally be. More words of advice: - invest in the dodge ability. You can literally jump and dodge midair off a slope or cliff and cover an insane amount of ground. - try to trap the electric artifact first. The movement speed comes in clutch, especially with all the terrain you have to cover in the game. - NL incinerators are not a threat if you're smart. Literally hit them in the back twice and their fuel tank will explode, along with them. - Batons, while lame looking, are your friend. They have the most durability and repairs, and a lot of ways to make it sting extra hard. - DO NOT fight a grutch melee-only.

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Frequently Asked Questions

DESOLATE is currently priced at 14.99€ on Steam.

No, DESOLATE is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 14.99€ on Steam.

Yes, DESOLATE received 5,258 positive votes out of a total of 7,881 achieving a rating of 6.56.
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DESOLATE was developed by Nearga and published by HypeTrain Digital.

Yes, DESOLATE is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, DESOLATE is not playable on MacOS.

No, DESOLATE is not playable on Linux.

No, DESOLATE is not playable on Steam Deck.

No, DESOLATE is not playable on Steam Machine.

No, DESOLATE does not support VR.

DESOLATE offers both single-player and multi-player modes.

DESOLATE includes Co-op mode where you can team up with friends.

Yes, there is a DLC available for DESOLATE. Explore additional content available for DESOLATE on Steam.

No, DESOLATE does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, DESOLATE does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, DESOLATE is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for DESOLATE.

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Steam price 27 October 2026 19:55 UTC
Steam reviews 20 October 2026 08:02 UTC

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DESOLATE
Rating
6.6
5,258
2,623
Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
6
Developer
Nearga
Publisher
HypeTrain Digital
Release 17 Jan 2019
Platforms
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