MAINTAINER is a 4-player asymmetric co-op survival horror game where one player becomes the traitor. Keep the lighthouse running, complete objectives, and survive relentless hunts as the traitor grows stronger throughout the match.

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

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“MAINTAINER is launching in Early Access because we want to shape the game alongside our community. While the core gameplay experience is already fully playable, player feedback will help us improve balance, polish existing systems, fix issues, and prioritize new content and features as we continue development toward a complete full release.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We do not have a fixed timeline for leaving Early Access. Our goal is to continue improving MAINTAINER until we feel it offers the complete experience we have envisioned, and community feedback will play a major role in determining when it is ready for full release.”

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

“The full version of MAINTAINER is planned to include additional content, including new maps, operators, items, gameplay mechanics, and overall improvements based on community feedback. We also plan to continue optimizing performance, refining game balance, fixing bugs, polishing the overall experience, and expanding professional language support to make the game accessible to more players worldwide.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version is fully playable and includes the core gameplay, online multiplayer, maps, operators, items, and the traitor system.”

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

“We plan to increase the price after Early Access as more content and features are added to the game.”

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

“We deeply value community feedback and want players to help shape MAINTAINER. We will actively listen to suggestions, bug reports, and ideas through Steam, Discord, and social media to improve the game throughout Early Access.”
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About This Game

MAINTAINER

MAINTAINER is a 4-player co-op survival horror game where one player becomes the traitor.

MATCH RULES

Before each mission begins, every player secretly selects a Match Rule. Once all choices are locked in, the selected match rules become active for the entire operation, changing the mission in unpredictable ways. Some strengthen the traitor, others aid the operators, while some completely alter how the night unfolds.

YOUR CREW ARRIVES AT THE LIGHTHOUSE TO BEGIN ANOTHER NIGHT SHIFT.

Keep the lighthouse operational by refueling the generator, repairing electrical failures, and fixing broken systems.

When night falls, one player is randomly chosen to become the traitor. Hunt down the crew before sunrise, while the survivors work together to keep the lighthouse running and escape by boat.

OPERATORS

Choose from multiple operators, each offering a different way to approach the night.

Unlock new operators through progression and expand your options as you play. However, survival comes with consequences. Losing an operator means losing access to them until they are purchased again.

Choosing who to bring into a match becomes a decision that carries risk.

TRAITORS

No two traitors are ever the same.

As the traitor, you can steal souls from operators and trade them for powerful skills and buffs throughout the match. Build your own ability loadout based on the situation and adapt your playstyle as the game progresses.

Some combinations enhance mobility, while others focus on tracking, hunting, aggression, or disrupting the operators' coordination.

Choosing when to spend your souls and which skills or buffs to unlock is the key to creating your own playstyle and making every match feel different.

FEATURES

  • 4-player asymmetrical survival horror
    Three operators face off against a powerful player-controlled traitor in intense, objective-based matches.

  • One random player becomes the traitor every match
    A random player transforms into a terrifying monster at the start of each game, ensuring every match feels different.

  • Dynamic match rules
    Every match begins with different match rules that change strategies and keep gameplay fresh.

  • Randomized traitor skills and buffs
    Collect souls and build a different set of abilities every game, forcing both sides to adapt.

  • Multiple operators with unique playstyles
    Pick from a roster of operators, each offering their own strengths and team utility.

  • Keep the lighthouse operational
    Gather resources, repair critical systems, and refuel the lighthouse before the traitor overwhelms the team.

  • Steal souls to grow stronger
    As the traitor, harvest souls from operators and exchange them for powerful skills and buffs during the match.

  • Proximity voice chat
    Communicate naturally with nearby teammates while distance and danger make every conversation count.

  • Progression system
    Unlock new operators as you continue playing.

  • High replayability
    Random traitor selection, dynamic match rules, randomized traitor skills and buffs, and multiple operators ensure no two matches play the same.

  • A mix of cooperation, suspense, and relentless pursuit
    Work together to survive while a player-controlled monster hunts you down.

AI Generated Content Disclosure

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

AI-generated content was used in a very limited way to assist with the creation of a small number of textures. All AI-generated assets were reviewed, edited, and integrated into the game.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

This game contains horror elements, jump scares, firearms, explosions, and non-graphic violence. It does not contain gore or explicit content.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 11
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce RTX 1060
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 11
    • Memory: 12 GB RAM
    • Graphics: GeForce RTX 4060
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
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