The Core
Action-adventure with momentum-based platforming and tools that double as weapons
Electric Machine Games · Released Aug 13, 2026 · Early Access
- Reviews
- Mixed
- 67% of 18
- Recent reviews
- Not enough recent
- Players
- 0
- daily peak, Nov 7, 2026
- Steam Deck
- Untested
- Last update on Steam
- 2 months ago
- Aug 13, 2026
What is The Core?
This 3D action-adventure follows a rolling AI core through a decaying facility and the dystopian landscape beyond as it searches for its origins. You navigate environmental hazards, unlock mobility upgrades, and use a zapper to switch on lights, move objects, and clear obstacles.
For you if...
- +you want cooperative trials built around teamwork and puzzle-solving
- +you enjoy uncovering backstory through scattered clues and recordings
Not for you if...
- −you prefer clear guidance over figuring things out yourself
Screenshots and trailer
The Core system requirements
Minimum: GeForce GTX 650 Ti, 8 GB RAM, 15 GB of disk space.
As published by the developer.
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- OS
- Windows 10
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-6350
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti, 2 GB | AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Storage
- 15 GB available space
- DirectX
- Version 11
Does The Core have co-op or multiplayer?
Yes: co-op online. It also has a single-player mode.
Does The Core run on Steam Deck?
Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.
PC version details
- DRM
- None declared on Steam
- Controller
- Full controller support
- Platforms
- Windows
- Steam features
- Cloud saves, Family Sharing
- Languages
- Full audio: English.
Does The Core use AI-generated content?
No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.
Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Nov 5, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam
