NEO Scavenger

Turn-based survival RPG with permadeath in post-apocalyptic Michigan

Blue Bottle Games · Released Dec 15, 2014

Indie RPG Strategy

Reviews: Very Positive; 90% of 5,419
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 100% of 12 in 30 days
Playing now: 20; peak 24h 29
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 9 years ago; Jan 7, 2017

Free demo available, 0 playing it now: get the demo.

Metacritic: 77/100 (critic reviews)

What is NEO Scavenger?

In this turn-based survival RPG, you cross a hex map of post-apocalyptic Michigan, scavenge and craft supplies, manage hunger and injuries, and search for clues to your identity. Much of the map changes between runs, and dying deletes your save.

For you if...

+you enjoy managing hunger, injuries, and limited supplies
+you like learning from failed runs and uncertain encounters
+you enjoy experimenting with crafting and item combinations

Not for you if...

−you prefer progress that survives character death
−you want a guided introduction to survival mechanics
−you dislike sorting gear and weighing inventory choices

What players say

90% of 5,419 reviews are positive · 100% of 12 in the last 30 days

Players praise the detailed survival systems, item interactions, and unpredictable encounters. Common complaints include a steep learning curve, a cumbersome interface, and early runs cut short by scarce supplies or sudden deaths.

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NEO Scavenger system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Microsoft® Windows® XP (32 bit), Windows Server 2008 (32 bit), Windows Vista® (32 bit), Windows 7 (32 bit and 64 bit), Windows 8 (32 bit and 64 bit), or Windows Server 2012 (64 bit)
Processor: 2.33GHz or faster x86-compatible processor, or Intel Atom 1.6GHz or faster processor for netbooks
Graphics: 128MB of graphics memory
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Storage: 75 MB available space
Notes: Please try the free demo to verify that it works for you!