Steam app 2747330 · updated 29 Oct 2026, 19:08 UTC
Species: Unknown is a 1 to 4 players co-op survival horror. Complete high-risk missions aboard an abandoned ship while being hunted by an unknown creature. Survive and upgrade your gear to face each new threat that lurks in the dark.
720 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
14 months, October 2025 to November 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.
23 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.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 569 hourly samples from 08 Oct, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
7 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 151 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
This game is set in a dystopian future in space involving alien creatures, zombies, and other mutant monsters. It contains violence, gore, horror and is not recommended for players under 18.
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Hello everyone,Today, we're releasing a new update for Species: Unknown, mainly focused on adjustments to the progression system introduced with Stormrock, along with fixes related to player save data.Since Stormrock's release last week…
RetroFranzYesterday, we told you that we were carefully reading your feedback regarding the Stormrock Update, particularly about the reset and the new progression system.Since then, we've continued reading your messages on Steam, Discord, and…
RetroFranzWe've been reading your feedback closely since the release of Stormrock Update, and we know that both the progression reset and the new progression system have caused frustration and sparked a lot of discussion within the community.We knew…
RetroFranzChanged Leeches no longer respawn in the Stormrock vent labyrinth Electric arcs in Stormrock generators now only occur in danger 3 and danger 4 Fixed Fixed mission objectives not triggering on the Stormrock map Fixed the "Call me Rambo"…
Patch notesThe time has come: Stormrock, the biggest Species: Unknown update since the launch of Early Access, is now available!After several months of work, our small team is incredibly happy to finally let you discover everything we've been working…
RetroFranzWe've been working on the next major update for Species: Unknown for several months now, and today we can finally announce that it will be available in just a few days! We can't wait for you to experience it.Stormrock, the biggest Species…
RetroFranzFixedFixed a potential exploit allowing cheaters to spawn arbitrary itemsNote: We're still working on other potential exploits for cheating problems happening recently, here is a first patch while we continue our efforts.
Patch notesToday we're releasing Update 0.25, a smaller patch focused on quality of life improvements. We’re taking the opportunity with this small update to make a few announcements and share more details about what’s coming in our next Major…
RetroFranzChangedSentry turrets balancingUpdated “Sentry turrets” modifier description
Patch notesToday we're releasing Update 0.24, a smaller patch focused on quality of life improvements and bug fixes. This update introduces a new mission modifier called “Sentry Turret”.With summer coming to an end, the team is now back after taking…
RetroFranzHello everyone,Over the past few weeks, we've seen more and more of you asking the same question: "When is the new map coming?"Seeing that excitement around the next map honestly means a lot to us. It's a great sign that so many of you are…
RetroFranzToday, we are releasing update 0.23, an intermediate patch like the ones we plan to publish between major roadmap milestones throughout Early Access.Thank you to everyone who continues to share feedback on Discord and the Steam…
NoLaSPChangedReorder public sessions list: those which can be joined are now on top of the list
Patch notesToday we're releasing Update 0.22, a smaller patch focused on quality of life improvements and bug fixes.This update introduces a few requested features, including the ability to reconnect to an ongoing mission after a disconnection…
RetroFranzChangedModified wording in ID_005’s codex for more clarityFixedFixed some navigation problems for ID_005
Patch notesToday, we are releasing update 0.21 for Species: Unknown.This update introduces a new specimen, the first major new specimen added to the game since the beginning of Early Access. It is one of the biggest gameplay additions we have worked…
RetroFranzThe 0.21 update will release on Thursday, May 21st. It introduces a new specimen aboard the HSS Hawking, marking the first major addition to the bestiary since the beginning of Early Access.We wanted to take a moment, one week ahead of…
RetroFranzToday, we are releasing update 0.20, an intermediate patch like the ones we plan to publish between major roadmap milestones throughout Early Access.This update introduces a new mission modifier, improves the readability of certain menus…
RetroFranzBalancing“No Map” modifier can’t happen on easy contracts“No Map” bonus bounty increased to 500FixedFixed modifiers “Low Power System” and “No Map” now applied on bounty calculationsFixed “No Map” modifier icon now displayed on score page
Patch notesProximity Chat & Radio are now live: distance matters, walls matter.Today, we are releasing update 0.19. Proximity Chat is now live, bringing more tension, sometimes chaos, and unforgettable moments to your co-op sessions. This update is an…
RetroFranzToday, we are releasing update 0.18, an intermediate patch like the ones we plan to publish between major roadmap milestones.This update is based on feedback shared by players. It also includes new features, adjustments, accessibility…
RetroFranzAs part of the Steam Spring Sale, Species: Unknown is on sale for the first time since its Early Access release. This is simply the lowest price ever offered since launch 5 months ago.The perfect time to join the adventure and the 280,000…
RetroFranzToday, we are releasing update 0.17, an intermediate patch like the ones we plan to publish between major roadmap milestones.This update is based on feedback shared by players. It also includes new features, adjustments, accessibility…
RetroFranzFixedFixed swimming creatures stuck outside their jarsPotential fix of revolver sometimes absent in mission for client (causing interaction and animation bugs)Fixed wrong magazine size displayed in upgrade menu for Pistol - upgrade II
Patch notesToday we are releasing update 0.16, an intermediate patch similar to those we plan to publish between the major milestones of the roadmap.This update is based on feedback shared by players. It also includes new features, adjustments…
RetroFranzDue to a Epic Online Service (EOS) update, the multiplayer servers will be taken offline Thursday, 5 March, at 2:00 AM ET (New York) / 08:00 CET (Paris) with maximum 3 hours of degraded availability.Official statement from EOS : EOS…
RetroFranzWe wanted to take a moment to say thank you: you are now more than 250,000 players on Species: Unknown.With 94% positive reviews and nearly 300,000 wishlists, these are numbers that feel incredible to us when we take the time to look at…
RetroFranzFixedFixed broken controller navigation on codex and genetic lab screensFixed swimming creatures could not enter the flooded rooms in the machine areaFixed colored canister could get stuck in the floor in hydroponic farm storage roomFixed…
Patch notesChangedFixed inconsistencies in specimens’ navigation with open/closed doorsFixed all players stuck in black screen if one client disconnects during vortex cinematics
Patch notesToday we are releasing update 0.15.0, a patch update like the ones we plan to publish between the major milestones of the roadmap.This update is based on feedback provided by players. It also includes adjustments, accessibility…
RetroFranzFixedFixed one colored canister (lab) which could disappear
Patch notes\ 2 weeks of Lab: what we observed and what we are working onThe Lab has now been available for two weeks. First of all: thank you for your enthusiasm. Thank you as well for the time you have spent testing, discussing, streaming…
RetroFranzFixedFixed colored canister (lab) could spawn inside a wallFixed weapons could spawn in wallsFixed objects thrown into anomalies (experimental labs) could get stuck and make the anomaly malfunctionFixed invisible barrier was applied to…
Patch notesA brand-new playable quarter is available, inviting you back into Species: Unknown to explore, survive, and face new challenges. This update marks a step in the evolution of the game, with a fresh environment designed to renew the…
RetroFranzFixedFixed some cases of the game being in OFFLINE status for no apparent reason (Note: fixed some cases, but not all)Fixed ID_008 stuck if IEM explosion is triggered in the ventsFixed possibility to climb on a table in the canteenFixed…
Patch notesThe next major update for Species: Unknown is planned for late January. We are currently in the final production phase, and we wanted to take some time to share an update on the development of the Lab.This devlog is not an announcement of…
RetroFranzChanged“Streamer mode” setting now also hides the session code when typing in “Join By Code” menuSwitched back to Shader Model 6 (better performance on newer machines)Added a “DirectX 11” launch option to allow better compatibility with…
Patch notesFixedFixed a regression on ID_008's behavior
Patch notesFixed\ Fixed broken Plushie interaction
Patch notesToday we are releasing update 0.12.0, a patch update like the ones we plan to publish between the major milestones of the roadmap.This update is based on feedback provided by players. It mainly includes balancing adjustments, accessibility…
RetroFranzBalancingSmall nerf of ID_008's berserk modeFixedFix dead skeleton could stay standing
Patch notesToday we are releasing update 0.11.2, a patch update like the ones we plan to publish between the major milestones of the roadmap.This update is based on feedback provided by players. It mainly includes balancing adjustments, accessibility…
Patch notesSince the launch of the Early Access, you’ve been playing… and above all, exploring Species: Unknown with friends. That’s exactly the spirit of the game, and seeing you experience these moments together is incredibly motivating for…
RetroFranzToday, we get to celebrate a milestone we never expected to reach so quickly: more than 100,000 players have joined Species: Unknown since the Early Access launch exactly one month ago. For a small team like ours, this is huge.Thank you to…
RetroFranzSince the launch of Early Access, we’ve been receiving an impressive amount of messages, ideas, and feedback : sometimes brilliant, sometimes surprising, sometimes very direct. And that’s exactly what we wanted: an open and human dialogue…
TheRetroMonkeyToday we are releasing update 0.10.0, a regular update like the ones we plan to publish between the major milestones of the roadmap. Once again, it exists thanks to you: your messages, your videos, your discussions on Discord, and all the…
TheRetroMonkeyFixed - Fixed Discovery contract regression : wrong number of respawns applied + modifiers not displayed on HUD - Fixed ID_008 stuck when its shield breaks while in vents
Patch notesChanged - Icon and text adjustments on "Power activated" modifier - Capped FPS at 120 (while we work on an option to choose your limit) Max frame rate setting now available in update 0.10.0 Fixed - Fixed Minimap upgrades not working for…
Patch notesToday, we’d like to share an honest and concrete look at what’s coming in the next few weeks and months. This roadmap blends new content, community-driven improvements, and our commitment to keeping quality at the heart of the project.Since…
WanatiffFixed Multiple interaction issues Added Specific mention "See full map in Command Deck" in Kill and Black Box missions briefs
Patch notesEverything Steam lists as add-on content for this game, newest first. Prices are left out on purpose: the store answers this page in one currency and it is not the reader's.
| Name | Platforms | Released |
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| Species: Unknown - Supporter Pack | Windows | 23 Oct 2025 |
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | SpeciesUnknown.exe | -nohmd | any | |
| with DirectX11 compatibility (may reduce crashes) | SpeciesUnknown.exe | -nohmd -dx11 | any |
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 | SpeciesUnknown/Saved/SaveGames | SaveGame_Progress.sav |
WinAppDataLocal | SpeciesUnknown/Saved/SaveGames | SideQuests.sav |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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