Steam app 2887580 · updated 29 Oct 2026, 00:32 UTC
Join dangerous raids for loot or intense PvP/PvE battles in this new realistic military shooter set in a fractured multiverse. Fight in quantum-unstable zones for control of active matter - the substance that bends time and space.
718 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
3 months, September 2026 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.
Active Matter was released on Sep 15, 2026.
10 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, 567 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 may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work: Frequent Violence or Gore, General Mature Content
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| Russian | ● |
| Simplified Chinese | ● |
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| Portuguese - Portugal |
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50 developer announcements, Aug 2026 to Nov 2026 · times in UTC
The Investigation "Thin Boundary" is still available to complete: those who haven't yet can still finish it before a Personal Timeline is created.Investigations and ItemsAnomalous Biomass now drops from Swarm Hives and the Alpha…
[CM] RanDagonThe Agency has pinpointed and locked in the coordinates for the Overtime Raid "Factory: Bloodbath."Infiltrate the blood-soaked factory, track down encrypted data drives, and carve through rampaging hostiles. Secure your haul, extract to the…
[CM] RanDagonAgency recon drones have spotted abandoned armored personnel carriers on Dalniy Island and in Anguka Anga, in \ raids.For those not up to speed: the BTR-80A has eight wheels, a 30 mm autocannon and armor that shrugs off bullets and claws…
pryanickAttention, Operatives! Rifts have fractured the boundary between our sector and an adjacent branch of the Multiverse.Through these fractures, "residual imprints" are leaking into our quantum-unstable zones — echoes of entities erased from…
[CM] RanDagonThis update fixes several crashes and PC graphics display errors while also restoring fall damage to its intended values. It also smooths out erroneous camera stutter when interacting with gravity anomalies, fixes a squad voice chat issue…
[CM] RanDagonFrom October 26th (17:00 UTC) to November 2nd (18:00 UTC), the Standard Edition will be available on Steam with a 20% discount as part of the horror games festival.Eyeing the Advanced or Deluxe Edition? They'll get cheaper too: both…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, following Valve's official review, Active Matter is now rated "Playable" on Steam Deck! Full compatibility has also been confirmed for Steam Machines.Thanks to every Operative playing the game on these devices and sharing their…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, thank you for choosing Active Matter! The game has sold over 500,000 copies worldwide across Steam, the Gaijin.Net Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.“Half a million copies is a very strong result for a hardcore game like…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, time to test your attention to detail! The Agency has received two images of the same location, but the details don’t match. Spot five differences and report your findings in the comments. Take your time: some changes are easy…
PrismoThe Agency has detected a surge of anomalous activity in an alternate version of Ozernoe and as a result is temporarily opening deployments to the Overtime Raid "Ozernoe: Firestorm."Site Status: Fully engulfed in flames.Clearance: Open…
[CM] RanDagonIn this update, markers made on the map, and shown on the compass, now show distance and elevation more clearly. The “Repair All” inventory button now also repairs armor being carried as spares, and DualSense touchpad functionality hs been…
[CM] RanDagonFixed muzzle flash hiders as they now once again help conceal your position when firing. Resolved several gameplay bugs in raids and made interface improvements. Controls have been further refined and performance on consoles has been…
[CM] RanDagonFixed bugs with gear presets, refined lighting in dark areas and at night, restored the intended recoil to pistols, and fixed some issues with item collection contracts.InterfaceGear presets now equip correctly when pressing the "Purchase…
[CM] RanDagonControlsThe weapon tactical flashlight and laser sight can once again be toggled separately. By default, both options are bound to the same control (“L” on keyboard), but you can assign a different binding to either of them in the controls…
pryanickWe’ve completely revamped control settings, including adding many new aiming settings for both mouse and keyboard as well as controllers. An option to further remove camera sway has been added, and in addition, we’ve improved sound…
[CM] RanDagonURGENT! We've lost contact with one of our Operatives, and a sudden anomaly has wiped the data on which raid they deployed to. But, their camera transmitted one final frame, and the zone is about to collapse with them still inside.…
aleksandr.kosachevExtended the search time of the auto-fill squad feature, it should find players twice as often now.
Patch notesOperatives! In the first month since the game’s release on Steam and consoles, we threw all our efforts into promptly tracking your feedback and deploying rapid hotfixes to improve your comfort as you navigate the Multiverse. During this…
[CM] RanDagonReworked "Guts" and "Ghost" Body Sleeves, sped up magazine handling, improved daytime indoor visibility, added keyboard and mouse support for consoles, upgraded voice chat quality, increased armor and helmet resistance against melee…
[CM] RanDagonThe Agency HQ has prepared an introductory briefing for operatives being deployed to explore the Multiverse. Reviewing the material is recommended before proceeding.
[CM] RanDagonExtraction points on Headquarters, Airport and Downtown now have more cover. Finding the location you need for a contract on the map is also now easier. Molotov Cocktails and Incendiary Grenades now ignite targets instantly, rather than…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, kick off October with new rewards! Tune in to Active Matter live streams on Twitch from October 2nd (15:00 UTC) to October 9th (15:00 UTC) to claim fresh gear for your loadout!NOTE: To receive Twitch Drops for Active Matter, you…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives! Here is a quick update following your feedback. We’ve adjusted Distorted pursuit behavior and noise sensitivity, made fire damage from Molotovs and flamethrowers affect monsters more reliably again, and restored your ability to…
[CM] RanDagonWhen firing in full-auto, the sight now tracks weapon recoil accurately and correctly again. Previously, a bug could cause the sight position to drift from the actual point of impact. Recoil itself is unchanged.
Patch notesThis update makes extraction safer on Dalniy Island with relocated exit points and new cover, improves stability with fewer crashes, makes Seeds give up the chase sooner and prevents Hellhounds from spawning on rooftops. We have also…
[CM] RanDagonThe Agency has revised the protocols for collapsing Personal Timelines. Now, when creating a new Timeline, some of an Operative’s property can be preserved. In addition, rewards for especially dangerous anomalies have been increased, the…
[CM] RanDagonWe’re continuing to celebrate the release of Active Matter on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, so tune in to more Active Matter live streams on Twitch from September 25th (15:00 UTC) to October 2nd (15:00 UTC) and earn fresh…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives! The Agency has recently mapped the fundamental processes connecting all Harmonization Cycles and, with that insight, distilled them into a new, unified initiative: the Fundamental Protocol.Rewards in this Protocol can be…
[CM] RanDagonInformation about Devourers is now properly distributed again, the Harmonization Cycle 2 dog tag Cycle Offer is now issued correctly, restored the ability to zoom on the map with controllers, and overall game stability has been…
[CM] RanDagonImproved raid reconnection and fixed a number of bugs, including issues when looting containers and users not appearing on friends lists.Improved the ability to reconnect to a raid after a connection loss.Fixed a bug where items in…
[CM] RanDagonHello, Operatives! On September 22nd, from 07:00 UTC to approximately 07:30 UTC, we will be performing scheduled maintenance on the Active Matter servers. The Agency apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates your…
[CM] RanDagonIntroduced major improvements to controls, intensified danger in Distorted threat locations, and clarified Shelter building with previews that can clarify why an item can’t be placed.Gameplay and BalanceIncreased the number of the stronger…
[CM] RanDagonThe Agency has a new directive and is seeking creators ready to broadcast what’s happening across the Multiverse.We’ve completely reworked our Content Partnership Program for video makers, streamers, and other creators. Participants can now…
[CM] RanDagonBy order of the Agency, an experimental Body Sleeve appearance-correction mode has been activated. Spatial distortions may occur; further adjustments are planned in subsequent updates.Character CustomizationAdded Body Sleeve customization…
Patch notesTo celebrate the launch of Active Matter on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, tune in to Active Matter live streams on Twitch from September 18th (15:00 UTC) to September 25th (15:00 UTC) and earn new rewards for your loadout!…
[CM] RanDagonImproved performance, reworked several animations, fixed multiple bugs, and delivered important updates to the user interface and sound. Gameplay and BalanceFixed an issue that displayed an incorrect magazine round count when spawning into…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, the door to the Multiverse is open! Active Matter is out now on Steam!If you purchased the early version from the Gaijin Store, you can get the Steam edition at no extra cost until November 23rd.New Harmonization CycleWith the…
[CM] RanDagonIn this Q&A, we’re covering Harmonization Cycles, how Merits work, and the rewards you can earn towards Cycles for fully completing the Monolith Access Level track.How can we earn Merits?You can earn Merits from daily "Priority Raid"…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, get ready! Active Matter goes live on September 15th on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.Check your local release time and be among the first to jump into the Multiverse!
[CM] RanDagonDozens of artists are working on the game’s soundtrack, and we’re continuing to reveal the sound of our multiverse. The latest selection features atmospheric tracks by composer Alex Pavlov.
[CM] RanDagonAs we previously shared, Akira Yamaoka has joined us in creating music for the multiverse. Three tracks from this collaboration are now available on our YouTube channel. Which track is going straight to your playlist?
[CM] RanDagonThe legendary Akira Yamaoka, whose melodies shaped the hypnotic atmospheres of iconic horror games, has now become one of the composers for Active Matter!He crafted tracks with a spectrum of different moods specially for the game - from the…
[CM] RanDagonWe’ve just launched a major content update, and Active Matter’s full release is right around the corner on September 15th. It’s the perfect time to answer more of your questions as we get ready! Game Release Questions:Exactly what time will…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, the Agency authorizes Operation "250 Shades of Liberty."The center of a North American city becomes a new raid zone: avenues, ruined skyscrapers, school buses, and taxis are your cover. But the city isn’t empty: former law…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, Active Matter will launch on September 15th, 2026 on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5! Moreover, those of you who previously purchased the Early Version of Active Matter through the Gaijin Store will get free access to…
[CM] RanDagonAdditional support protocols from the Agency are inbound.MAC-11A 9x19 mm submachine gun with an incredibly high rate of fire — up to 1,200 rounds per minute. Absolutely vicious in tight quarters.RSh-12A five-shot assault revolver with…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, briefings on the Agency’s official website will soon be available in French, Spanish, and Portuguese!Further support for these languages will be rolled out to field systems in stages:With the next major update, there will be…
[CM] RanDagonThe first wave of our expanded arsenal is locked, loaded, and ready to show. The Agency is preparing the deliveries, but today we’re already cleared to reveal what we’ve managed to catch a glimpse of. M14A classic American battle rifle: up…
[CM] RanDagonOperatives, the Agency has processed your request from the recent briefing and, as a result, has unlocked access to its official Terminal Animation.Deploy it to customize your own personal terminals or even to enhance your live…
[CM] RanDagonWe’re getting closer to our Steam and console release — and a major update! In the meantime, here are answers to some of your questions about the launch and various other parts of the game.Steam & Console ReleaseWhen will you announce the…
[CM] RanDagonEverything 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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| Active Matter - Original Game Soundtrack, Vol.1 | WindowsmacOSLinux | 15 Sep 2026 |
What Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
| Description | Executable | Arguments | Platform | |
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| Launch | active_matter_BE.exe | -forcestart -config:circuit:t=am-production -skip_pkg_validation | windows 64 | |
| Launch | linux64/active_matter | -config:circuit:t=am-production -skip_pkg_validation | linux 64 |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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