Heat Guardian
Released May 2018
Hardcore top-down shooter in a world of eternal winter. Traverse frozen post-Soviet ruins in search of humanity’s last refuge. Brutal mutants, scarce ammo, and merciless nature will push your skills to the limit. No safe places — only relentless combat for survival.
70% positive · 141 reviews
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Released, but content still planned
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Content Planned
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Steam $2.99
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Evaluation
Heat Guardian launched on May 10, 2018 as a hardcore top-down shooter. The developer has continued to update the game over the years, shipping a significant visual and performance overhaul called "Re-Frozen Edition" in August 2020. Most recently, on April 14, 2026, the developer announced a large upcoming update — described not as a minor patch but as a "full remake" bringing the game closer to its original vision. This includes a brand-new visual style, rebalanced gameplay, a field-of-view system restored from early development builds, and new achievements. The developer also stated that a new trailer and full details are coming soon. This is a clear, recent signal that substantial new content and changes are actively being prepared for the game.
Evidence
Developer announces a major upcoming update described as a full remake, including a new visual style, rebalanced gameplay, a restored field-of-view system, and new achievements. A new trailer and full details are promised soon.
Re-Frozen Edition early version released, overhauling visuals, sound, and optimization, with more features promised.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
DENYS RUDYI GAMES
Achievements
29
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
Heat Guardian is a hardcore top-down shooter set in a freezing world. You’ll have to travel through the dying lands to find the one last stronghold of humanity – trying your best to stay alive. Deadly mutants, limited resources and even the world itself make this journey a trial only the most skilled survivors can endure. In this grim place there is no easy way – prepare to fight for your life!
Our world is dead. What’s left of humanity is scattered over the ruins of civilization consumed by the endless winter. Mutants are the new dominant species – they hunt down everyone unlucky enough to survive the apocalypse. And you are one of those who keep fighting for their lives amidst all the horror.
Surviving is a skill to master in Heat Guardian. Your foes are lethal and your ammo is scarce. On top of that you can’t escape the main enemy – it’s in the air you breathe. Cold rules everything around and surviving means staying warm. Fail – and you’ll freeze to death.
What makes Heat Guardian special?
Travel through the dying lands of Heat Guardian and find the last stronghold of humanity!
Our world is dead. What’s left of humanity is scattered over the ruins of civilization consumed by the endless winter. Mutants are the new dominant species – they hunt down everyone unlucky enough to survive the apocalypse. And you are one of those who keep fighting for their lives amidst all the horror.
Surviving is a skill to master in Heat Guardian. Your foes are lethal and your ammo is scarce. On top of that you can’t escape the main enemy – it’s in the air you breathe. Cold rules everything around and surviving means staying warm. Fail – and you’ll freeze to death.
What makes Heat Guardian special?
- Atmosphere. The world is dead, the remains of humanity are living their last days. Can you find a glimmer of hope in this cruel winter?
- A full-scale story campaign. A dangerous journey split between 40 levels – sure it won’t be a brief ride.
- Hardcore action. Mastering the game’s combat is a process of trial and error – you’ll see the ‘Game over’ screen a lot before learning to fight back.
- Surviving the endless winter. Keep yourself warm and count your ammo to stay alive in this harsh new world.
- Post-Soviet aesthetic. Heat Guardian takes place on the ruins of Eastern Europe.
- Tools of survival. More than 50 weapon types and tools to help you in your path.
- Fight-till-you-die mode. Additional game mode for the diehards – how long can you last against endless waves of enemies?
Travel through the dying lands of Heat Guardian and find the last stronghold of humanity!
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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