The Alters free major content update now available

Gematsu
Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:06:40 +0000

11 bit studios has released a major free content update for The Alters, introducing new features such as the Gamer’s Den, a fully playable card game, custom base and spacesuit skins, a photo mode, a relax mode, a new save system, and a noir-styled storyline. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. Downloadable content is expected in 2026.

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The Alters, a PS5 sci-fi survival game, receives a significant free update today, introducing new features and customization options. The update includes the Gamer's Den module with a custom card game, a noir storyline, and various skins for the base and spacesuit. New gameplay modes like Relax Mode and Photo Mode, along with an improved save system, enhance the experience. The game has been praised for its engaging narrative and gameplay mechanics.

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