Oxygen: First Breath
This is a free version of Oxygen, featuring the first 50 game-days. Build your city around the Oxygen Center and ensure your people's survival in a post-apocalyptic future, threatened by crack explosions, deadly winds, droughts and frosts. Lead your people and keep the Oxygen Center running!
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Oxygen is a survival city builder. Build your city around the Oxygen Center and ensure your people's survival in a post-apocalyptic future, threatened by crack explosions, deadly winds, droughts and frosts. Lead your people and more importantly keep the Oxygen Center running!
Oxygen is a strategy, city builder and base-building game
developed by Turquoise Revival Games
and published by GrabTheGames and UpgradePoint.
Released on April 07th 2023 is available on Windows, Steam Deck and Steam Machine.
It has received 769 reviews of which 570 were positive and 199 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 2.95€ on Steam with a 80% discount, but you can find it for 0.54€ on Eneba.
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- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7 64-bit | Windows 8 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i3-6100T | AMD FX-6100
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 | AMD Radeon R7-250X
- Storage: 600 MB available space
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I didn't expect a game this simple to keep me playing for so long. The core loop is basically just managing oxygen, moving around and figuring out how to make each run last a little longer, but it creates a surprisingly tense rhythm. Running low on oxygen while you're still trying to reach the next safe spot is the kind of pressure that makes even a small decision feel important. I also really like the atmosphere. The visuals are simple, but they give the game a cold, lonely feeling that fits the whole survival concept perfectly. The controls are straightforward and everything runs smoothly, so the challenge comes from the game itself rather than fighting the interface. It can get a little repetitive once you've figured out the basic routine, but I still found myself starting another run just to see if I could push a little further. Simple idea, nicely executed, and definitely worth trying if you like minimalistic survival games.
A pretty fun survival style RTS game. Love the theme and it is quite challenging. Definitely love that there are no time based achievements and that the aren't locked into specific difficulties, so you can have fun earning them. The only complaint i have, and i know it's a big one for the devs [not the players] is that there isn't a story/campaign mode to play through. Otherwise, really fun, def a good game to get.
**🌬️ Oxygen – Survival, Strategy, and the Fight for Every Breath** *Oxygen* is a game that takes a simple idea—survival—and builds it into a tense, strategic experience where every decision matters. It’s not about flashy action or constant movement; it’s about managing resources, thinking ahead, and staying alive in an environment that doesn’t want you there. From the very beginning, the game establishes a strong sense of pressure. Oxygen isn’t just a resource—it’s *the* resource. Every action you take, every system you build, and every risk you consider ties back to one fundamental question: can you keep breathing? That constant tension drives the gameplay in a way that feels both stressful and incredibly engaging. The management mechanics are where the game really shines. You’re not just surviving—you’re building, optimizing, and adapting. Balancing oxygen production, resource gathering, and expansion creates a gameplay loop that’s both challenging and rewarding. It encourages careful planning, but also forces you to react when things inevitably go wrong. Visually, *Oxygen* leans into a clean, functional style that supports its gameplay. Everything is easy to read, which is crucial in a game where quick decisions can mean the difference between survival and failure. It may not be the most visually flashy experience, but it’s effective and purposeful. The pacing is another strong point. There are moments of calm where everything runs smoothly, followed by sudden spikes of tension when resources run low or systems start to fail. That balance keeps the experience dynamic and prevents it from becoming repetitive. However, the game isn’t without its challenges. The difficulty can feel unforgiving, especially for new players. There’s a learning curve when it comes to understanding how different systems interact, and mistakes can be punishing. Some players might also wish for more variety or narrative elements to complement the core gameplay. Still, for those who enjoy strategic thinking and resource management, that challenge is part of the appeal. **Final Verdict:** *Oxygen* is a tense and rewarding survival strategy game that revolves around one simple but powerful concept. It’s challenging, sometimes unforgiving, but deeply satisfying once you learn how to manage the pressure. **Recommended for:** Fans of survival and management games, players who enjoy strategic planning, and anyone who likes the idea of fighting to survive one breath at a time. I hope this review has been helpful.
Very much in the same theme as Frost punk. Actually it has much better tech and follow through. Yet, what is has in gameplay, it lacks in 1. Tension 2. Fun 3. Variety. In Frostpunk, you have to optimize perfectly or you die. Here, the game is too easy and doesn't create the tension. Though I realize that not everyone enjoyed the DLC's of Frostpunk, I absolutely loved the variety (even if minor) Oxygen, just doesn't have any of that. If it did, it would be a far superior game than one of the greats!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oxygen is currently priced at 2.95€ on Steam.
Yes, Oxygen is currently available at a 80% discount. You can purchase it for 2.95€ on Steam.
Yes, Oxygen received 570 positive votes out of a total of 769 achieving a rating of 7.09.
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Oxygen was developed by Turquoise Revival Games and published by GrabTheGames and UpgradePoint.
Yes, Oxygen is playable and fully supported on Windows.
No, Oxygen is not playable on MacOS.
No, Oxygen is not playable on Linux.
Yes, Oxygen is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, Oxygen is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, Oxygen does not support VR.
Oxygen is a single-player game.
No, Oxygen does not currently offer any DLC.
No, Oxygen does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, Oxygen does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Oxygen 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 Oxygen.
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Last Updates| Steam data | 20 September 2026 22:37 UTC |
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| Steam price | 26 October 2026 19:39 UTC |
| Steam reviews | 19 October 2026 16:02 UTC |
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Online players
17
Developer
Turquoise Revival Games
Publisher
GrabTheGames,
UpgradePoint
Release
07 Apr 2023
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