Discover the world of mystery and self-discovery with The Core, an immersive action-adventure game. As an autonomous AI core, you awaken alone in a long-forgotten facility, your memory lost. Embark on a thrilling journey to uncover your true identity and unravel the purpose behind your creation.

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The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We're looking for community involvement in the development of the remainder of the game. The Core has been in development for two years and we've had three major playtests in that time. The player feedback from each playtest has had a significant and direct impact on what the game has become today. Early Access feedback will continue to help guide puzzle balance, trial design, quality of life improvements, and future content priorities.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We estimate 12 to 18 months. During the early access period, we plan to release a story update (new chapter) every 4-6 months, and new trials every month.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The current version has 3 chapters of the story as well as over 30 trials. The full release will include the complete story (6 chapters) and over 100 trials.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Core is a narrative driven game with puzzles and scenarios to play. There are two aspects of the game that run in parallel, the main story, and "Cain's Trials" which are stand-alone puzzles and scenarios that must be played to earn currency (Tech) and progress in the main story.

Trials can be as small as a simple two-minute puzzle or as big as a full mini-game inside of the game.

Currently we have 3 chapters of the story complete and playable, and 30 trials playable. Once you complete trials, they go into a timed mode where you play for the best time on Steam leaderboards.

Based on our playtest data, gameplay for the current version can vary from 4 to 10 hours depending on the type of player you are.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Yes, the price will increase as the game development progresses.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We welcome feedback through Discord, in-game forms, and other community channels.”
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About This Game

Discover a world of mystery and self-discovery with The Core, an immersive action-adventure game. As an autonomous AI core, you awaken alone in a long-forgotten facility, your memory lost. Embark on a thrilling journey to uncover your true identity and unravel the purpose behind your creation.

Explore a vast and mysterious world as you roll through the decaying remains of a once-active facility, where rusted machinery, dark corridors, and forgotten systems hint at a long-lost past. Emerge onto the surface, you’ll find a beautiful but bleak, dystopian landscape where humanity appears to have vanished. As you explore, uncovering scattered clues, recordings, and systems left behind, you slowly piece together the story of what happened to the world—and the truth behind your own creation and purpose.



As an autonomous Core, you must quickly learn to move, adapt, and survive in a world that offers no guidance. Master the art of momentum as you navigate treacherous terrain, overcome environmental hazards, and unlock upgrades that enhance your mobility and abilities. What begins as a simple set of tools soon becomes something far more powerful—devices meant for utility can be repurposed into formidable weapons when danger arises. With each new challenge, you grow more capable, turning curiosity and ingenuity into the keys to survival.



As you explore deeper into the world, scattered clues and forgotten records begin to reveal the story behind your existence. Piece by piece, you’ll uncover fragments of the past that hint at the minds who built you and the reason you were brought to life. What starts as a search for answers slowly becomes a journey toward understanding your true purpose—and ultimately, you must decide whether to complete a mission that was set in motion so long ago.



Armed with your versatile zapper, almost anything is possible. Channel its energy to flick lights on in dark corridors, toss objects with pinpoint precision, and clear obstacles blocking your path. When danger appears, the same tool becomes a powerful weapon, capable of neutralizing enemies in creative ways. Every interaction feels dynamic, turning simple tasks into satisfying puzzles and thrilling moments, making exploration, problem-solving, and combat equally fun and rewarding.



In The Core, puzzles aren’t just obstacles—they’re part of the adventure. Many are environmental, challenging you to manipulate doors, switches, fans, pressure plates, moving platforms, pipes, rails, and more to unlock new paths or reach distant areas. Some test your navigation skills, requiring you to find your way to hidden endpoints, while others demand clever collection and use of objects scattered throughout the facility. Each puzzle feels alive, blending exploration, timing, and ingenuity to keep you constantly thinking, experimenting, and discovering new ways to interact with the world around you.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-6350
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti, 2 GB | AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 15 GB available space
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