Shelter 2

Single-player survival adventure about raising lynx cubs in a changing tundra

Might and Delight · Released Mar 9, 2015

Reviews: Very Positive; 85% of 4,319
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 3; peak 24h 4
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 4 years ago; Dec 22, 2021

What is Shelter 2?

You play a mother lynx raising her cubs in a tundra where seasons and weather change. Explore large wilderness areas, hunt prey for food, and call or carry your cubs away from danger while keeping yourself alive.

For you if...

+you like quiet exploration in a natural setting
+you enjoy caring for animals under survival pressure

Not for you if...

−you want deep survival mechanics and varied activities
−you expect a lengthy, story-driven campaign

What players say

85% of 4,319 reviews are positive

Players praise the patterned visuals, music, and attachment they form to their cubs. They commonly complain that the game is short and gives them little to do beyond hunting; some also criticize the controls and camera.

Screenshots and trailer

Shelter 2 system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows XP SP2
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 @ 2.2GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+ @ 2.8 GHz
Graphics: GeForce 240 GT or Radeon HD 6570 – 1024 MB (1 gig)
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 2 GB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0