SCP: Daybreak
Early access since Jul 2022
An open-ended, SCP-based, atmospheric, exploration-focused, survival-horror game with puzzle elements and replayability.
71% positive · 399 reviews
Not yet
In early access, content planned but development status unclear
Medium confidence
Content Planned
Development Uncertain
Not yet
In early access, content planned but development status unclear
Medium confidence
Content Planned
Development Uncertain
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
SCP: Daybreak is still in Early Access and unfinished. On October 10, 2026, the developer reported that a large portion of the game files were lost and the project was restored from an older version, which set development back substantially. In the same post, the developer cancelled the 2026 target for the Alpha 1.0 release, withdrew all confirmed release dates, disbanded the external studio (keeping only an internal group for voice actors and volunteers), and said they will keep working alone. They also said Alpha 1.0 will be released without warning and without regular devlogs. Earlier 2026 posts described a rebuild from near scratch. The January 18, 2026 update said the new build contained only a basic character, lighting systems, and copied fragments, with no map yet. The April 3, 2026 devlog said the character mechanics, lighting, story, and most artwork had been redone. The store page still says updates are expected by 2026, but that date has since been cancelled. The developer has committed to finishing the game, so it is not complete, but there is no timeline and progress will not be announced regularly.
Evidence
Developer reports a large loss of game files and a restore from an older version. The 2026 Alpha 1.0 target was cancelled, all confirmed release dates were withdrawn, and the external studio was disbanded. The developer will continue alone, releasing Alpha 1.0 without warning and without regular devlogs.
Devlog reports that character mechanics, lighting, story, and most artwork were redone, with environments in progress. The developer is working alone without funding and warned that the next update may be small.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
SquiffyDev
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
THE GAME IS BEING REVAMPED HEAVILY! EXPECT UPDATES BY 2026!
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Last evaluated Oct 11, 2026
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