Start Over

Survival· Base Building· Crafting· Exploration

Released Sep 2024

Embark on an unpredictable survival journey in Start Over. Solo, co-op, online, explore diverse landscapes, craft through 4 tech tiers, encounter wildlife, and trade or raid for resources. Choose your path, defend against waves, and shape your destiny in a dynamic world. Are you ready to Start Over?

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $14.99

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Evaluation

Start Over launched with a consistent update cadence: major updates shipped in August 2023 (new map), September 2023 (new POIs), November 2023 (Tier 5 content), December 2023 (Update 2.0), and additional patches into early 2024. Throughout this period, the developer regularly communicated plans for future content, including a 2023 roadmap and promises of ongoing additions to Tier 4 and Tier 5. However, the last official post — dated September 27, 2024 — delivered a sobering personal note. The developer disclosed that the team had gradually reduced from a small family group to two people, then to one, and that the game no longer generates enough revenue to sustain even that single developer's work. They said they would try to address any critical bugs going forward, but stopped short of committing to further content development. That post has been followed by complete silence through June 2026 — over 20 months with no updates, patches, or announcements. The developer has not explicitly said the game is finished, but the financial situation described and the prolonged silence make it genuinely unclear whether any further development is happening. The game remains purchasable on Steam, and the content that was shipped is still playable, but the future of ongoing development is uncertain.

Evidence

The sole remaining developer disclosed that the team had shrunk from a family group to one person and that the game can no longer financially support their continued work. They committed only to fixing game-breaking bugs post-update, with no mention of future content. This is the last official communication from the developer.

news post · Sep 27, 2024 source development ending

high

Update 2.0 shipped with substantial new content including new weapons, pets, weather effects, and random events.

news post · Dec 21, 2023 source content shipped

medium

Media

Details

Developer

EY-Studio

Publisher

EY-Studio

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

partial support

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

Survival Base Building Crafting Exploration Tower Defense Sandbox Building Action First-Person Simulation Relaxing Adventure Realistic Action-Adventure Immersive Sim

About this game

Start Over
An extraordinary survival experience that beckons you to embark on a fresh journey in a world ripe with untapped potential. Whether you're a lone wolf, a cooperative enthusiast, or a seeker of randomness, this game offers an unparalleled adventure tailored to your playstyle.

Key Features:

Survive Together or Alone: Dive into the challenges of survival with the freedom to choose your path. Brave the dangers on your own, team up with friends for a cooperative experience, or join forces with fellow survivors online.

Dynamic World:

Immerse yourself in the ebb and flow of a living, breathing world with intricate day and night cycles. Adapt to changing weather conditions as you traverse expansive landscapes, from rolling plains to untamed wilderness.

Expansive Crafting System:

Unleash your creativity with an intricate crafting system spanning over 4 technology tiers. Craft a vast array of items and structures to shape your environment to your advantage and ensure your survival.

Industrialize:

Advance to unlock cutting edge machinery and technology, propelling you toward greater progression.

Exploration Awaits:

Uncover the mysteries and secrets of two sprawling maps, each filled with diverse environments, villages, military bases, camps, caves, and enigmatic points of interest.

Resource Gathering and Construction:

Collect valuable resources to craft, build, and fortify your own haven amidst the chaos. With a multitude of items to craft, you'll have the tools to shape your surroundings and elevate your chances of survival.

Fortify Your Base:

Progress through tiers to access upgraded barricades and building components.

Varied Wildlife and Inhabitants:

Encounter a rich ecosystem of animals and people that inhabit this realm. Trade with friendly vendors, or confront the challenges posed by the diverse inhabitants of the land.

Random Events:

Brace yourself for the unexpected. Encounter a range of random events that add a layer of unpredictability to your adventure, making every moment unique.

Trade or Conquer:

Navigate the delicate balance between cooperation and conflict. Choose to trade with friendly outposts for vital resources, or muster your strength to raid hostile points of interest for rare loot that could tip the scales in your favor.

Explore by Land or Wheels:

Roam the land on foot, or speed up your journey by riding horses or driving vehicles. The choice is yours, and the world is yours to discover.

Optional Wave System:

Craving a challenge? Enable the wave system and put your strategic prowess to the test. Defend your territory against increasingly tough raids every 1.5 hours, pushing you to adapt and innovate to survive.

Advanced Defense Mechanics:

As technology evolves, so do the threats you face. Build air defenses, bunkers, and mortars to fortify your position. Construct concrete walls and fences, and even hire mercenaries to bolster your defenses.

Automate Defense & Forge Weapons:

Establish automated defenses and craft diverse weapons and equipment to fortify your defenses or dominate

A Haven or an Odyssey:

Forge your own destiny in this compelling world. Whether you're content with building a picturesque home and uncovering secrets, or yearn for the adrenaline of combat and conquest, Start Over grants you the canvas to paint your story.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge and seize the opportunity to Start Over? Your journey begins now.

Cut down trees to collect wood.

Wood is a versatile resource that can be used in various crafts and constructions. It can be
processed into planks for building bases, and it is also used as fuel for campfires and furnaces.