Eldervale
Released Oct 2019
Eldervale is a Third-Person Survival Horror Adventure game, made in the style of early 2000's classics. Explore a large, interconnected level, solve puzzles, uncover the story and survive the horrors by strategic use of your resources and fight or flight decisions.
88% positive · 137 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
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Steam $14.99
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Evaluation
Eldervale launched on October 20, 2019 as a complete survival horror game. After launch, the developer shipped the "Deep Reserves" free DLC on September 26, 2020 — a substantial new standalone mode with its own map, enemies, progression system, and unlockables. This was followed by several patches refining that content through early 2021.
The most recent major developer communication came on April 19, 2022, when the developer posted about an in-progress remake of the game, describing a significant engine and rendering overhaul with improved combat, camera, and controls. At that time, the developer also mentioned working on a sequel (Eldervale 2) and other projects. However, no further posts have appeared since April 19, 2022 — over four years of silence.
The remake described in that April 2022 post was characterized as a free update for existing owners, but there is no follow-up post confirming it ever shipped. There is no unreleased DLC listed on the store, and the store description already mentions the "Deep Reserves" expansion as an included feature — suggesting it shipped as part of the base package. The developer's last confirmed major content release was the Deep Reserves DLC on September 26, 2020.
Given the extended silence since April 19, 2022 with no roadmap, no unreleased DLC listed, and no developer statement about future plans, the game's content appears to have reached completion. The promised remake has not materialized in over four years, and the store page does not reference it as upcoming content. The game is a complete, self-contained survival horror experience with its expansion included.
Evidence
Deep Reserves free DLC launched — a new standalone map with its own progression system, new enemies, a boss, and unlockable costumes.
Developer posted about an in-progress remake of Eldervale, describing engine upgrades, improved lighting, reworked character model, and plans to overhaul combat and controls. Mentioned this would be a free update for existing owners. This is the last known communication from the developer.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Solkitte
Achievements
36
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Eldervale is a survival horror game reminiscent of early 2000's classics. Many elements will be instantly familiar to veterans, while also introducing newcomers to the genre. Exploration and atmosphere is key, supported by varied gameplay like puzzle solving, combat, stealth and resource management. The game builds up story and mechanics throughout it's 3-4 hour playtime until the end.
Story
Ophelia Delaney is a young woman haunted by the early childhood she spent with her parents in the town of Alder Stow. The Delaney family owned a large estate for generations, which was used for many things during the 20th century. All the horrible events that took place there remain unknown. Ophelia was forced to leave town and move to her aunt who raised her. Now, 10 years later, she is tormented by images from the past, suppressed memories and lucid dreams. Those closest to her suggested increasingly radical treatments. After those failed, Ophelia was sure that she can only be cured where she was born. She must return to the Delaney Institution.
Gameplay
The pillars of classic survival horror are alive and well in Eldervale. You must explore and navigate creepy environments with the help of maps and consumables you collect. To open up new paths, you have to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles. While initially the Institution may seem deserted, you will find yourself fighting, running or hiding to survive soon enough.
Features
About the Project
As a solo developer and a devout fan of survival horror, Eldervale is a passion project with the goal of reinvigorating a genre I feel is underrepresented in today's market. That said, Eldervale is much more than just paying respects to the classics : It puts it's own twist on the genre, making it more accessible to new players as well as nostalgic for veterans. I hope you will enjoy, so I can continue putting hard work in for a genre I love.
Story
Ophelia Delaney is a young woman haunted by the early childhood she spent with her parents in the town of Alder Stow. The Delaney family owned a large estate for generations, which was used for many things during the 20th century. All the horrible events that took place there remain unknown. Ophelia was forced to leave town and move to her aunt who raised her. Now, 10 years later, she is tormented by images from the past, suppressed memories and lucid dreams. Those closest to her suggested increasingly radical treatments. After those failed, Ophelia was sure that she can only be cured where she was born. She must return to the Delaney Institution.
Gameplay
The pillars of classic survival horror are alive and well in Eldervale. You must explore and navigate creepy environments with the help of maps and consumables you collect. To open up new paths, you have to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles. While initially the Institution may seem deserted, you will find yourself fighting, running or hiding to survive soon enough.
Features
- Explore a large, interconnected level filled with deadly secrets.
- Fight, escape or sneak past more than a dozen types of enemies and dangers.
- Collect and manage items to aid your survival.
- Solve diverse puzzles and obstacles.
- Piece together the past of the Delaney Institution and it's residents.
- Meet other characters and decide their fate.
- Customize your experience by selecting difficulty for Combat, Puzzle and a Special Mode with random events.
- Unlock multiple endings, alternate costumes, achievements and more !
- Play the Deep Reserves expansion with it's own progression system and unlock powerful new rewards!
About the Project
As a solo developer and a devout fan of survival horror, Eldervale is a passion project with the goal of reinvigorating a genre I feel is underrepresented in today's market. That said, Eldervale is much more than just paying respects to the classics : It puts it's own twist on the genre, making it more accessible to new players as well as nostalgic for veterans. I hope you will enjoy, so I can continue putting hard work in for a genre I love.
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Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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