Section 13

Section 13

Released May 2025

Unravel a thrilling sci-fi mystery in this action-packed twin-stick roguelite shooter. Select your load-out, stack up temporary and persistent upgrades, and delve into the depths of a subterranean base, either alone or in a group of up to 3 players.

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Evaluation

Section 13 launched out of Early Access on May 26, 2025, after a development period that included regular updates leading up to 1.0. The launch brought the full narrative, a final boss, a new level (The Core), and additional tactical gear. In the official launch post, Creative Director Jaeeun Park stated: "With the mindset that the full release is not the end but a new beginning, we'll continue expanding and deepening this world with care and passion." Following the 1.0 release, the developer has continued to ship updates. On September 10, 2025, version 1.1.0 delivered local co-op — a significant new feature enabling same-couch multiplayer. Bug fix patches followed on May 28, 2026 (v1.1.1) and June 9, 2026 (v1.1.2), with the most recent developer communication on June 9, 2026. No specific future content has been formally announced, and there are no unreleased DLC listings. However, the developer's post-launch commitment statement combined with the continued stream of updates — including a substantial feature addition several months after launch — indicates the game is receiving ongoing support. No statement signaling the end of development has been made.
Evidence
Version 1.1.0 ships local co-op as a new post-launch feature, allowing up to 3 players on the same couch.
news post · Sep 10, 2025 source content shipped
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Creative Director Jaeeun Park states: 'With the mindset that the full release is not the end but a new beginning, we'll continue expanding and deepening this world with care and passion.'
news post · May 26, 2025 source development ongoing
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Details

Publisher
Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Achievements
42
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

About this game

Section 13 is a roguelite twin-stick shooter that can be played solo or in a group of up to 3 players (crossplay not supported). As an Agent of the S2P Corporation, it’s up to you to investigate a crisis at the most top-secret facility of a company whose whole thing is keeping secrets.

CONSPIRACIES TO UNCOVER

Step into the shoes of Agents Red, Boy Scout, Beaker, and Scalpel, as they fight to unearth the buried secrets of Section 13… and solve a few personal mysteries of their own. Collect data on paranormal entities running amok and find out what it all has to do with you.

DELVE THE DARKNESS ALONE OR TOGETHER

When an Omega-level containment breach puts an off-the-books company black-site on lockdown, it’s up to a small team of expendable peons to get to the bottom of it. Literally.

Tackle the mission solo or with up to two squad-mates. And with optional friendly fire, it’s up to you whether you’d like a more forgiving experience, or chaotic fun with mad-science weapons.

TENSE TWIN-STICK ACTION IN THE WEIRDEST WORKPLACE EVER

As a Tier-1 paranormal containment facility, Section 13 is full of unique hazards, and it's up to you to overcome them with quick wits and reflexes.

Time your dodge-rolls and reloads to stay one step ahead of a horde of hungry monsters. Back against the wall? Pop off with a special ability… or grab a melee weapon and smash your way out.

But keep an eye on your Fear level, or risk a debilitating mid-mission panic attack!

CUTTING-EDGE TOOLS TO MASTER

Add some spice to every run with unlockable (and customizable) weapons, gameplay-altering Synaptic Enhancements, and of course, recreational genetic modification. (Some side effects may apply).

Utilize special abilities and unique tactical items to outsmart pissed-off cryptids, navigate a series of shifting levels, and push deeper into the base with every attempt.

Between deaths, you’ll also unlock persistent upgrades that change how you play and radically alter your chances of success.

Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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