Steam app 1418630 · updated 28 Oct 2026, 15:42 UTC
A game of survival and betrayal. Eight Explorers path their ship through the unforgiving Arctic. Among the crew, two traitors call on dark powers to undermine them. Note: Official server support ends 2024-01-01
718 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
67 months, April 2021 to October 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
The source keeps every hour for about a month, one figure a day for about two, and a single number for anything older.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
30 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
28 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 663 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
You can chop the limbs off animals and people with a sword. You can pick up severed heads / limbs and run around with them and then use them to kill other people. Sometimes dead people have willies.
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50 developer announcements, Feb 2021 to Jan 2024 · times in UTC
Fixed thrall spells not being set for thrall players. Players now always have max rank, max prestige and max experience. Players can now create a dedicated server at the same time as they create a lobby, it will automatically pass along the…
Patch notesWe appreciate your passion and engagement following the recent announcement about Dread Hunger's shutdown, and would like to provide some clarity on key questions that have been raised. Q: What about refunds? A: All purchases are subject to…
BabyCatToday, it is with a heavy heart that we announce the upcoming closure of Dread Hunger's official servers. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to everybody that has played the game. Your unwavering support, dedication, and passion…
BabyCatHappy Halloween, Explorers! Dread Hunger is on sale! Treat yourself or your friends this Halloween with 25% off the base game and up to 50% off DLC! Click here to check out what's on sale!…
AudaciousGameplay Balance: Increased saber durability and damage Polar bears take reduced damage from nitroglycerin Tea and antidotes each now stack to 3 Slightly increased speed of polar bears in water Slightly increased health of polar bears…
JoeodNZHello Explorers! We're so pleased to finally share exciting new content with you! In this update, you'll be able to play on an almost entirely new map - the new and improved Expanse. You'll also have many new ways to decorate your ship so…
AudaciousHello Explorers! We hope you've been enjoying the latest update with a new area to hang out in and new spells to experiment with! Hopefully by now you've perfected your spell loadout and have more chaotic plays up your sleeve. Now it's time…
AudaciousFixes Doppelgänger now correctly loses health when finishing a downed player Hotbar no longer shows when incapacitated Fixed an issue where the boiler sometimes wouldn’t blow when over-pressured Fixed various map exploits Balance Increased…
Patch notesFixed ‘Failed to Update Session’ error permanently appearing Reduced logging spam Increased arrow crafting time Increased flintlock ammo crafting time Fixed issue with flintlock pistol and musket getting an extra shot at 0% durability…
Patch notesThis list includes major fixes/changes only, some very minor fixes/changes are not included. Gameplay New Spells: Doppelganger added Hush added Lobby Gameplay: Added new dockside lobby area The docks have been infested by rats!!!! All…
Patch notes{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39016422/65b98da3c60d753e88d28fd364daf3ab9f33a424.jpg Explorers! We're aware it's been a while, and we're glad to be back with new content for you. This update is jam-packed with lots of features we hope you'll enjoy…
AudaciousWhether you are a new sailor who is eager to start broadcasting, or a veteran captain who has already started broadcasting, you can participate in this recruitment event and win generous rewards and traffic Click to register and…
AudaciousHello Explorers! We've been flat out testing and improving the upcoming content for you while simultaneously dealing with some of the worst DDoS attacks we've had to date. It's been hard, but we're pleased to share some exciting news! We're…
AudaciousGameplay Fixes/Balance: AI improvements to decrease likelihood of cannibals going off cliff in Summit AI improvements to decrease likelihood of cannibals getting stuck on Approach jumping in water to avoid increasing cold drain Jumping in…
Patch notesNew content is on its way! In this post we share some exciting previews of what’s to come as well as what QOL fixes we’ve made recently. Plus an easter treat, as the Animal Masks DLC is now available! Hello Explorers! We’re currently flat…
AudaciousWe've been busy fighting DDoS attacks over the last few weeks. We'd like to thank you for your patience while we face this storm. Dread Hunger is selling well beyond our wildest expectations, which is simultaneously exciting and terrifying.…
Audacious- Fixed pathing issues where nitro could be obtained without fighting wolves/bears - Various map fixes (collision issues etc.) - Various quality of life fixes
Patch notesFixed Redpoint EOS issues Fixed 3:100038 and similar login error/issues Updated region names We’ve had to completely rewrite our backend systems to help deal with the huge influx of new sailors! If you encounter any bugs or issues with…
Patch notesHello fellow Explorers! 2022 has already been a huge year for us with launching into full release late January. Now it’s about to be even more exciting as we reveal to you this year’s roadmap! This roadmap will give you an idea of what you…
KingJackaLBugfixes: - Fixed sometimes being unable to cast cannibals - Fixed being able to drag whetstones onto items that were already upgraded - Fixed Perfectionist achievement progress not being awarded if on losing team Content: - Improved sound…
Patch notesThis list includes major fixes/changes only, some very minor fixes/changes are not included. Gameplay New stuff: Reviving now time based instead of health based Added five new tutorial chapters Added crosshair feedback when damaging nitro…
Patch notesGreetings, Explorers! Dread Hunger is officially launching, and with full release, comes new features! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39016422/d7b61a1a9ade9b2df270ea56fc5a45efaac5da67.jpg New Map The Expanse Venture onwards through the passage to…
AudaciousDread Hunger sails into full release in 2 days! Date: January 26th (PT) Time: 1pm (PT) Place: The Arctic Get ready to raise the sails, Explorers! As we sail into full release, there are a couple of things to note: Price will increase once…
AudaciousHello fellow Explorers! It's Christmas! We've decked the halls of the lobby ship! Board this festive expedition and explore the ship packed full of season's greetings. Celebrate the holiday season with presents, wreaths, baubles and various…
AudaciousThis list includes major fixes/changes only, some very minor fixes/changes are not included. Gameplay Added: Spyglass can now pick up player voices Balance: Doctor’s perk no longer increases revive speed Doctor’s perk now increases medicine…
Patch notesHello fellow Explorers! Update Five | A Feast of Friends is out now! You are who you eat. Update Five serves up a new character model, emotes, and an improved tutorial!…
AudaciousAn update for our Explorers: In case you have not seen the announcement on our socials already... {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39016422/a602756adea0fb41d62fe85ebac721ca8087a0f4.jpg Image Text: It has come to our attention that an iceberg blocks our…
AudaciousDread Hunger sets sail for full release on Steam on November 10th We're so excited to finally share with you the date that Dread Hunger sails out of Early Access and into full release later this year. Check out the latest trailer here…
AudaciousThis list includes major fixes/changes only, some very minor fixes/changes are not included. Gameplay Added: Added achievements Poison can be applied to a lot more things New Doctor perk Bone dagger is no longer in the inventory, instead…
Patch notesHello fellow Explorers! Update Four | Bad Medicine is out now! First do no harm. The Doctor is here to tend to the needs of the crew, a locked weapon vault creates a secondary objective, and achievements have arrived!…
AudaciousHello fellow Explorers! Update Three | Tools of the Trade is out now! Gear up for this one! A new character embarks, AI have adapted to face the unwelcome explorers wandering the ice, and the dark magic of Thralls has evolved...…
AudaciousHello fellow Explorers! Update Two is out now! May The Great Hunt... begin! As we delve further into icy caverns, new friends and foes emerge... {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39016422/b19e6c7a5d732a25ce3f2f79c273d45da70ab4c7.jpg What's included in…
AudaciousThis list includes major fixes/changes only, some very minor fixes/changes are not included. Gameplay Increased poison damage Added the bow Reduced cleave damage on melee weapons Replaced the captains perk with lowered cold and hunger drain…
Patch notesHi Explorers! A quick update on some new things for you! Moderation Tools coming soon! First of all, we've been listening to you across the forums and community comes first, so we've changed the roadmap slightly to introduce Moderation…
AudaciousThis list includes major fixes/changes only, some very minor fixes/changes are not included. Gameplay Added Shovel Weapon (starting weapon for Chaplain) Added Buried Strongboxes and Grave Sites Added new perk to Navigator that increases…
Patch notesHello fellow Explorers! Update One is now out! We've been full steam ahead preparing for the very first content update on this great expedition! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/39016422/2317b6ecb25b8583146f2adc4535976091bd28a7.jpg What's included in…
TRNDSTTRRaise the sails! We've made it into Early Access! We can't express how much your support means to us. We can't wait for you to finally experience Dread Hunger in Early Access. We've got big plans coming, we hope you continue to sail with us…
TRNDSTTREarly Access beginning tomorrow! Dread Hunger is releasing into Early Access very very soon, so you'll be able to play in less than 24 hours! We hope you continue with us on this exciting new expedition! 📅 Date: 22nd April 2021 ⏰ Time: 3 pm…
TRNDSTTRNews & Updates More Access Given Out! We've given out a huuuuge wave of access to Dread Hunger Playtests, so check your email to see if you've received access! 24 Hour Playtest! Our biggest and longest playtest yet! We're sticking around…
TRNDSTTRHey Explorers! (and Thralls... I guess) The Captain is now playable! The Captain has climbed aboard, which means you'll now be able to play as the Captain in upcoming playtests (with more characters to join in time!!!) Impromptu playtests…
Patch notesThe next playtest starts in 1 hour! Join us here: http://discord.gg/ZM8RRHy95w We're back! Can't wait to see you in the playtest today! Now you can see a snippet of what we've been up to. We've been working hard on the following: New Lobby…
Patch notesJoin the Discord here for sneak peeks and banter with the developers! unlike these cannibals, we don't bite, maybe. Playtests are back! Playtests are starting again, with the first on Monday 15th March, 9pm UTC. Hope to sea you there!…
TRNDSTTRClick here to join the Discord so you don't miss out on exclusive content, news, or any playtests coming up! Royal Marine You're surely well acquainted with him already. Always at the ready to serve Queen and Country, this Royal Marine has…
TRNDSTTRUpdates: The playtests have been a blast! We really appreciate your help with feedback to improve the game! We're now having a two week break from playtests while we work with some of this feedback. Join the Discord so you don't miss out on…
TRNDSTTRThe next playtest starts in 1 hour! Join us here: http://discord.gg/ZM8RRHy95w The following are major changes made since the last playtest. Gameplay Lowered coal barrel weight Nitro takes damage if the player carrying it takes fall damage…
Patch notesUpdates: Thanks everyone for the incredible playtests so far! All the feedback has been great! We've released another big wave of keys, so check your emails for access to Dread Hunger Playtests! Join the Discord so you don't miss out on the…
TRNDSTTRThe next playtest starts in 1 hour! Join us here: http://discord.gg/ZM8RRHy95w The following are major changes made since the last playtest. Gameplay Poison damages slower Being sick doesn’t slow player as much Poisoned food effects last…
Patch notesBut first, updates! Playtests are in full swing! Thank you all so much for joining us, we're loving your feedback. We've also just given out another wave of keys, so check your emails (there might be a present inside)! Join the Discord so…
TRNDSTTRWe've received amazing feedback from those of you in the Discord, and while you're seeing the gameplay development first-hand, we'd also like to show you how the art has been developing! Don't miss the next playtest Sunday 14th Feb at…
TRNDSTTRThe next playtest starts in 1 hour! Join us here: http://discord.gg/ZM8RRHy95w Gameplay Poker has been improved to be faster. Roles will now be given out after one round. Each player will pick their role in the order of best to worst hand.…
Patch notesWhat Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | DreadHunger.exe | windows 64 | ||
| on staging servers | DreadHunger.exe | -conductorenvironment=stag | windows 64 | branch unstableA |
| on staging servers | DreadHunger.exe | -conductorenvironment=stag | windows 64 | branch media |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
| Root | Folder | Files |
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WinAppDataLocal | DreadHunger/Saved/Config/WindowsNoEditor | *.ini and below |
WinAppDataLocal | DreadHunger/Saved/SaveGames | *.sav and below |
WinAppDataLocal | DreadHunger/Saved/SaveData | *.json and below |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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