CONVRGENCE

Shooter· VR· Post-apocalyptic· Atmospheric

Released Sep 2026

CONVRGENCE is an atmospheric VR extraction shooter set in the procedurally generated, ever-changing Chernokamensk Anomaly Zone. Scavenge loot, fight bandits and hunt for mystical artifacts — all with your loyal dog companion by your side. But extract before nightfall, or face what lurks in the dark.

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $24.99

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Evaluation

CONVRGENCE launched out of Early Access with its 1.0 release on September 17, 2026 — today. The 1.0 update is a major milestone, delivering a fully voiced story with a proper ending, a complete quest rework, a new final location (the Epicenter), new side activities, achievements, a new weapon, cloud saves, and new difficulty modifiers. The developer explicitly describes 1.0 as "a complete experience, with everything I originally set out to create — and even more — implemented." However, the developer has also been transparent about post-launch plans. In the September 10, 2026 dev diary, the developer stated: "I still have plenty of ideas for where to take the game next. At the very least, I'd like to release a couple more major updates. In one of them, I'd like to add a new raid location, and in another — something many of you have been asking for." The developer was candid that the amount of post-1.0 content will depend on player interest, but these are stated intentions for future updates, not vague ambitions. The game was developed by a solo developer over more than two years in Early Access, with a consistent cadence of major updates roughly every 3–6 months: a Bar and flamethrower questline (July 2, 2025), the Dead City location (September 11, 2025), an Infirmary and new weapons in Patch 0.8 (February 19, 2026), Reputation Level 6 and the Vehicle Workshop in Patch 0.9 (May 25, 2026), and the 1.0 release today. The 2026 roadmap published on March 19, 2026 accurately predicted this schedule. No unreleased DLC is listed on the store; all four Supporter Packs are cosmetic items that have already shipped.

Evidence

CONVRGENCE 1.0 officially launched out of Early Access, delivering a complete voiced story with an ending, reworked quests, a new final location (the Epicenter), new side activities, cloud saves, achievements, and more.

news post · Sep 17, 2026 source content shipped

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Developer states that leaving Early Access means the game is 'a complete experience, with everything I originally set out to create — and even more — implemented,' but also confirms plans for at least two more major post-1.0 updates: one adding a new raid location and one featuring an unspecified heavily requested feature.

news post · Sep 10, 2026 source content planned

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Released

CONVRGENCE - Supporter Pack 4

Sep 2026

Released

CONVRGENCE - Supporter Pack 3

Apr 2026

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Details

Developer

Monkey-With-a-Bomb

Publisher

Monkey-With-a-Bomb

Achievements

137

Platform

Windows

Controller

—

Steam Deck

Unsupported

Players

Single-player

VR Post-apocalyptic Atmospheric Shooter Extraction Shooter Looter Shooter Loot Survival Horror Survival Horror Stealth Exploration First-Person FPS Realistic

About this game

Explore the mysterious Chernokamensk Anomaly Zone with your faithful four-legged friend in this single-player extraction shooter featuring procedurally generated locations, brought to you by the creator of Paradox of Hope.

GAMEPLAY

Prepare yourself. Choose and maintain your firearms, stock up on ammo and supplies - plan your raid wisely or die a foolish death.
Scavenge and Survive. Collect valuable loot, survive and exfil. Be careful: in case of death, all uninsured equipment will be lost.
Extract and Repeat. Sell your found valuables and artifacts, and use the proceeds to buy yourself a new piece of equipment, a cooler gun or a more spacious backpack.

MAIN FEATURES

Companion Dog: A loyal partner that aids not only in battle but also in scavenging for supplies.
Extensive Arsenal of Realistic Weapons: Customize your weapons extensively for a personalized experience.
Procedurally Generated Locations: Each expedition offers a unique experience.
Ultimate immersion: No floating windows or laser pointers; all interfaces are diegetic.
Leaderboards: Compete against other players and win unique rewards.
Enhanced Accessibility Options: Customize your experience with seated mode, left-handed mode, and multiple movement and turning styles.

STORY

At the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries, an explosion rocked a clandestine laboratory in Chernokamensk. A massive energy release transformed the city into an exclusion zone, periodically illuminated by an eerie glow. The government sealed off the region from the outside world with an imposing wall.

The true nature of the zone and its real happenings remain shrouded in mystery. The leak of secret documents, in which one word - 'convergence' was often repeated, did not clarify the situation either.

However, whispers of untold treasures and enigmatic artifacts traverse the land, attracting people from all corners of the country to Chernokamensk. Some delve into the anomalous territory as part of special volunteer units, while others trespass illegally.

You will assume the role of an artifact hunter, a member of a specialized squad granted access to the restricted area. The zone is in constant flux, and to unveil its secrets, you must confront bandits, wild animals, and enigmatic demons that emerge to hunt under the veil of night.