Developer VEOM Studio and publisher Crytive have announced the early access launch of their new strategy game The Crust. The Crust invites you to suit up for an expedition of a lifetime, focusing on the exploration and colonization of the Moon. As humanity’s potential new habitat, the Moon holds many hidden secrets waiting to be found
The Crust offers a unique blend of survival, strategy, and exploration, pushing you to your limits as you navigate the harsh lunar environment. You will need to manage scarce resources, lead daring expeditions, and build a thriving lunar colony. The game’s challenge is not just to survive but to secure humanity’s future among the stars.
Check out the latest release trailer below:
In The Crust, every decision shapes the fate of humanity. The narrative intertwines scientific curiosity with the urgency of survival, making each playthrough a unique and gripping experience. The game goes beyond merely constructing buildings and managing resources; it’s about forging a new path for mankind in an unforgiving environment. With stunning visuals, a compelling storyline, and intricate gameplay mechanics, The Crust promises to be a groundbreaking addition to the world of simulation and strategy games.
The game launched on Kickstarter in March 2024 and quickly exceeded its financial goal, raising $202,642 within 30 days—more than double its original target of $100,000. This overwhelming support unlocked exciting new features such as additional game modes, storylines, and combat systems, all available to you upon release.
Key Features of the game include:
- Lunar Colony Management: Build and manage a lunar colony both above and below the Moon’s surface, facing environmental challenges and resource scarcity.
- Compelling Storyline: Experience a narrative that demands critical decisions for humanity’s survival and lunar exploration.
- Resource Management: Balance intricate resource systems involving extraction, processing, and automation for colony sustainability.
- Lunar Corporation Building: Automate your lunar factory to achieve maximum efficiency in conveyors, transportation logistics, and personnel operations.
- Expeditions: Lead missions to uncover lunar mysteries by exploring remote objects, abandoned structures, and unique geological formations.
- Economic Influence: Impact Earth’s economy and politics by trading resources, manipulating markets, and investing in large-scale projects.
- Expert Team Management: Assemble and manage a team of experts to optimize production and research efforts.
- Strategic Tech Tree Navigation: Make strategic choices to balance survival needs and technological advancements, shaping the fate of humanity.
The Crust is now available on Steam in Early Access, and you can check out its official Steam page to either jump into the game or add it to your wishlist if you plan on jumping into the game at a later date. For a limited time, you can also grab the game at a 10% discount celebrating its launch. The Crust will continue further development alongside fan feedback, and we can expect to see a detailed roadmap arrive soon.
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