Trapped behind enemy lines as the Naos scientific-military base descends into chaos, Helios evades capture without reinforcements. Surrounded by hostile patrols, they must move silently through the shadows, infiltrate occupied zones, and send a distress signal before Naos falls completely.

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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?

“Naos-01: The Quiet Sector is a non-profit academic portfolio project that showcases the talents of our team and the dedication poured into its development. Launching in Early Access, we seek to engage with the community, gather feedback, and enhance the player experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect to complete the project during this calendar year.”

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

“The game is in an Alpha and early access state at the moment. However, the gameplay mechanics have reached an advanced stage, and the character designs and mechanics already present in the game are considered final. There is room for improvement based on feedback. Now, where the 'early' keyword really matters is in the quantity of content and player progression, as well as in polishing systems such as the UI and visual feedback.

In the current version, you can:
· Experience the core mechanics, gadgets, enemies, hazards, and puzzle interactions:

· Hide in the dark to avoid enemies.
· Keep it low, so no enemy will detect you while sneaking around.
· Throw decoys to distract the enemies and clear the way.
· Explore, Solve, and Progress: Find yourself solving the puzzles of the military base of NAOS-01.

· Discover a retrofuturistic war zone: Step into a dark sci-fi world inspired by 90s anime and the early Metal Gear Solid era.
· Enjoy a story of survival and duty: become a young soldier forced to survive.

In the final version, we expect to:
· Add challenging achievements for those more experienced players.
· Unlock part of the current restricted areas of NAOS-01.
· Add new scenarios with exciting gameplay options based on stealth.
· Add new enemies.
· Expand the lore of the Military Base and the player character.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is in an Alpha and early access state at the moment. It means it has a full demonstration of its main features. All of them are in an advanced state that will be enjoyable for players.

In the current version, the player can:
· Experience the core mechanics, gadgets, enemies, hazards, and puzzle interactions:

· Hide in the dark to avoid enemies.
· Keep it low, so no enemy will detect you while sneaking around.
· Throw decoys to distract the enemies and clear the way.
· Explore, Solve, and Progress: Find yourself solving the puzzles of the military base of NAOS-01.

· Discover a retrofuturistic war zone: Step into a dark sci-fi world inspired by 90s anime and the early Metal Gear Solid era.
· Enjoy a story of survival and duty: become a young soldier forced to survive.”

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

“Naos-01: The Quiet Sector will be free throughout Early Access and upon its official release. We focus on demonstrating the skills of our team's work and use this game as a portfolio.”

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

“We intend to engage with the community through X, Bluesky and Steam forums, actively soliciting and incorporating player feedback to refine the game before its official release.”
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Planned Release Date: June 2026

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About This Game

Trapped behind enemy lines and with the Naos scientific-military base in chaos, Helios manages to evade capture. Without reinforcements and surrounded by hostile patrols, they must advance silently, hiding in the shadows and waiting for the perfect moment to move. Their only option is to infiltrate occupied areas and send a distress signal to their allies before Naos falls completely.

The experience: 

  • Leave no trace. Send the signal

In a distant future where humanity has spread across several galaxies, a civil war rages between two opposing factions. On a remote planetary base, Helio, a newly graduated soldier of the Confederation of Allied Systems, wakes to the alarm of an enemy invasion and finds himself one of the last defenders still free. Outnumbered, unarmed, and cut off from support, he must sneak through a compromised facility, evade hostile patrols, and reach the command bridge to send an SOS before the base (and the mineral research it protects) falls into enemy hands.

  • A Narrative Stealth Experience 

Play a linear, story-driven stealth adventure focused on tension, survival, and infiltration. Hide beneath containers and in the shadows, distract enemies by throwing objects, deploy holographic decoys, and outmaneuver patrols through a base that is slowly collapsing under enemy control. With no direct combat, every move matters.

  • Explore, Solve, and Progress 

Traverse four interconnected levels as you search for routes, codes, and tools to keep moving forward. Solve simple environmental puzzles, deactivate security systems, disable cameras and laser barriers, and navigate conveyor belts and restricted areas while uncovering optional lore and resources along the way.

  • A retrofuturistic war zone

Step into a dark sci-fi world inspired by 90s anime and the early Metal Gear Solid era. Industrial interiors, oppressive lighting, cold military architecture, and retrofuturistic technology combine to create a tense atmosphere set against the backdrop of a larger galaxy-wide civil war that has already been raging for years.

  • A story of survival and duty

Helio is not a hero forged by victory, but a young soldier forced to survive with nothing but instinct and persistence. As the only uncaptured member of his sector, and with one surviving comrade at his side, he must endure the occupation, reach the command bridge, and call for reinforcements before the enemy commander completes their mission.

  • Player Objective in the Demo

Experience the core mechanics, gadgets, enemies, hazards, and puzzle interactions across four connected mini-levels. Reach the command bridge, defeat the enemy commander, and transmit the SOS to the nearest allied forces.

Especial Features: 

  • Interesting and fluid control of the protagonist, which allows you to play with the mechanics and systems of the game to evade enemy patrols and other dangers.

  • A tense retrofuturistic science fiction narrative that follows the protagonist in his efforts to free his comrades and avert a catastrophic turn in the war.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10 / 11 x64
    • Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-6400 CPU @ 2.70GHz 2.7 GHz
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: Windows 10 / 11 x64
    • Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700K CPU @ 4.2GHz 4.2 GHz
    • Memory: 24 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 8GB
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
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