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Survival

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Guide your tribe through the challenges of a harsh and unforgiving pre-historic world, shaping their culture and defining their history.

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Release Date:

31 Dec, 2018

Last Updated:

17 Jun, 2026

About this game

Guide your tribe through the challenges of a harsh and unforgiving pre-historic world, shaping their culture and defining their history.

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PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac

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Release Date:

31 Dec, 2018

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Single player

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Survival

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Simulator

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Player Perspectives:

Third person

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Facepunch Studios

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