When the Sun Dies is an open-world survival game set in a mysterious post-apocalyptic world, where players explore deadly biomes, survive radiation storms, and upgrade their weapons to face what lies beyond the fog.
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Coming Soon To Early Access

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 are choosing Early Access because we want to grow our game together with our players. Currently, our development is limited by technical and system-related constraints, but we have a strong vision for what the game can become. By launching in Early Access, we aim to gather feedback, improve the overall experience, and implement major updates such as enhanced visuals, a reworked combat system, and multiplayer functionality. Working closely with our community will help us shape a richer, more immersive survival experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We are not ready to commit to an exact timeframe, but we plan to remain in Early Access for up to 1 year. During this period, we will focus on refining gameplay mechanics, expanding environments, optimizing systems, and implementing features based on community feedback.”

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

“The full version of the game is planned to include:

-Full multiplayer support
-Significantly improved combat mechanics
-Visual upgrades across all biomes (forest, mountain, snow, desert)
-Expanded story elements and side missions
-More creatures, items, and craftable content
-Better AI behavior and environmental interaction
-Polished UI and optimized performance across systems

However, all these improvements will be shaped by both our roadmap and player feedback during Early Access. Our goal is to deliver a complete, stable, and deeply engaging survival experience.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version currently includes:

-A large open world with forest, mountain, snow, and desert biomes
-Core survival systems such as hunger, crafting, exploration, and basic AI
-A working story progression system and inventory system
-Creatures and threats that challenge the player
-Atmospheric visuals and immersive sound design
-Single-player mode with free roam and mission-based structure

However, many systems are still in development or at an early stage. Performance optimization, multiplayer, advanced combat, and creature AI are some of the key areas we aim to improve post-launch.”

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

“Yes, we plan to gradually increase the price as we add new content and major features. Early Access supporters will benefit from the lower initial price and will receive all future updates at no additional cost.”

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

“Player feedback will be a core part of our development. We will actively monitor forums, Steam discussions, and direct player messages to identify bugs, gather suggestions, and prioritize new features. We also plan to share development updates, future plans, and polls to give players a voice in shaping the game's direction. Our goal is to build a long-term relationship with our community and grow the game together.”
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About This Game

🌑 Survive the storm. Face the unknown.
When the Sun Dies is a post-apocalyptic survival game where every night hides something more dangerous than hunger or cold. Explore vast forests, deserts, and snowy wastelands, gather resources, and fight to stay alive as the world collapses into chaos.

Radstorm: A Deadly Twist on Survival
Unlike traditional survival games, When the Sun Dies introduces the Radstorm, a catastrophic radioactive storm that turns the night into a battlefield. Monsters grow stronger, radiation spreads, and every kill drops rare stones that can enhance your weapons with powerful abilities. Will you risk everything to face the storm—or hide until it passes?

🪓 Craft, Fight, and Adapt
Instead of relying on random loot boxes, you’ll earn your weapons through quests and crafting. Collect materials, complete small missions, and forge unique weapons—each axe, spear, or rifle can have different stats, making your choices matter in every fight.

🌍 A Living, Breathing World

  • Dynamic weather and seasons: fog, rain, snow, and temperature changes keep you on edge.

  • Open world exploration: forests, rivers, mountains, and hidden ruins await.

  • NPC quests: rescue survivors, find lost items, and earn rewards.

  • Weapon customization: upgrade your gear with over 40 possible stats.

🔥 Every Decision Counts
In When the Sun Dies, survival is not just about food and water—it’s about courage. Do you fight through the Radstorm for glory and rare loot, or play it safe and risk falling behind?

AI Generated Content Disclosure

The developers describe how their game uses AI Generated Content like this:

How We Used AI in When The Sun Dies
When developing When The Sun Dies, we leveraged artificial intelligence to enrich your experience and create a truly immersive world. AI is integrated into many different aspects of the game, playing significant roles both visibly and behind the scenes.

Areas Where AI Was Used:

Visual and Audio Design: We utilized AI-powered tools in the creation of some of the game's textures, 3D models, and sounds. This allowed our artists and sound designers to bring their visions to life more quickly and efficiently, enhancing the unique and unsettling atmosphere of the world.

Code Optimization and Development: AI-assisted processes were used in the development and optimization of certain parts of the game's core code. This helped us deliver a more stable, efficient, and seamless gameplay experience.

Story and World Building: AI-based suggestion systems contributed to detailing certain elements of our post-apocalyptic world's rich story and lore, as well as refining characters and events. This increased the depth of the world and the layers of narrative waiting to be discovered.

Our goal was to use AI as a tool to make When The Sun Dies the best and most unforgettable survival experience possible. We hope you enjoy these innovative approaches!

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Prepare for the ultimate fight for survival in When The Sun Dies, a brutal and unforgiving post-apocalyptic world where every decision matters. As humanity teeters on the brink, you'll face relentless threats, scavenge for dwindling resources, and battle against grotesque creatures twisted by the cataclysm.

Key Features:

Harrowing Survival: Endure hunger, thirst, and the elements as you struggle to stay alive in a desolate landscape.

Intense Combat: Engage in visceral, close-quarters combat against mutated horrors and desperate survivors. Every encounter is a fight for your life.

Uncover the Darkness: Explore a vast, ruined world filled with secrets, dangers, and the lingering echoes of a fallen civilization.

Craft and Build: Utilize a deep crafting system to create essential tools, weapons, and shelters to defend yourself against the encroaching night.

Mature Content Warning: When The Sun Dies features intense violence, graphic blood, and unsettling creature design that may not be suitable for all players. Player discretion is advised.

Will you rise above the ashes or be consumed by the darkness when the sun dies?

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 / AMD FX-6300
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 / AMD Radeon R9 280
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 25 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
    • Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
    • Memory: 16 MB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 / AMD Radeon RX 580 or better
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 30 MB available space
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