The highly anticipated sci-fi survival game, The Alters, is now widely accessible across multiple major cloud gaming platforms, including Boosteroid, via Steam and PC Game Pass. It is also playable on GeForce NOW (GFN), and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
The Alters: A Synopsis
The Alters thrusts players into a gripping and emotionally charged sci-fi narrative, blending elements of survival, base-building, and psychological exploration. You step into the shoes of Jan Dolski, a humble space miner and the sole survivor of a catastrophic crash landing on a desolate, hostile planet. The looming threat of the sun’s lethal radiation, which will soon engulf his mobile base, forces Jan to confront an extraordinary solution: creating alternate versions of himself.
A Crew of “Alters”
Using a mysterious, reality-bending substance known as Rapidium and a quantum computer, Jan can manifest “Alters”—clones of himself, each born from a different pivotal life choice he could have made. These Alters aren’t mere copies; they possess distinct personalities, skill sets, and even their own emotional baggage, stemming from the diverging paths their lives took.
For instance, you might encounter a “Technician Jan” who excelled at repairs, or a “Scientist Jan” with a knack for research. Your challenge lies not only in managing resources and expanding your wheel-shaped mobile base to escape the deadly sun but also in navigating the complex relationships and differing perspectives among your newfound, unconventional crew.
Survival and Self-Discovery
The Alters forces players to make difficult moral decisions, balancing the needs and desires of each Alter against the overarching goal of survival. Every choice has consequences, impacting the crew’s morale, efficiency, and ultimately, your chances of escape. The game delves deep into themes of identity, regret, and the “what if” scenarios of life, making your desperate bid for survival a profoundly personal journey.
With its innovative gameplay loop, thought-provoking narrative, and the availability on a wide array of cloud gaming services, The Alters promises a compelling and accessible experience for fans of sci-fi and survival genres alike.
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