The Crust

Released Sep 2026

Build and automate a lunar colony that Earth depends on. Mine regolith, run conveyor-and-drone factories above and below the surface, manage colonists, trade with rival Earth factions — and play a story campaign with multiple endings.

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Released, but content still planned

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Content Planned

Where to buy

Green Man Gaming Steam key Updated 12 Oct 2026 Lowest $19.19 $31.99 −40% Steam Updated 11 Oct 2026 $31.99 IndieGala Steam key Updated 12 Oct 2026 $31.99

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Evaluation

The Crust launched its full 1.0 release on September 10, 2026, graduating from Early Access after four major updates during that period. Version 1.0 is a substantial release delivering a completed story campaign with multiple endings, Planning Mode, a rebuilt logistics system with up to 50% better performance on large bases, Sandbox 2.0, global events (meteorite showers, solar flares, epidemics), road construction, an online leaderboard, and ports to macOS and Linux. Importantly, the developer was explicit in the 1.0 launch post that reaching 1.0 does not mark the end of development: "this release does not mean development is over: there are still plenty of plans ahead." The September 9, 2026 pre-launch announcement reinforced this by confirming that Kickstarter backers will receive "the first major expansion" when it arrives — meaning at least one named expansion has already been committed to backers. Both signals clearly establish that post-1.0 content is planned and in the pipeline.

Evidence

1.0 launch post states: 'this release does not mean development is over: there are still plenty of plans ahead.'

news post · Sep 10, 2026 source content planned

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The Crust 1.0 launched with completed story campaign, Planning Mode, Sandbox 2.0, global events, road construction, online leaderboard, macOS/Linux ports, and major performance improvements.

news post · Sep 10, 2026 source content shipped

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Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Released

The Crust - Supporter Pack

May 2026

Released

The Crust Soundtrack

Jul 2024

Media

Details

Developer

VEOM Studio

Publisher

Crytivo

Achievements

Platform

Windows, macOS

Controller

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Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

Base Building Space Automation Colony Sim Resource Management Sandbox Strategy City Builder Building Management Simulation Sci-fi Exploration Survival Post-apocalyptic

About this game

1.0 OUT NOW — full campaign with multiple endings, Planning Mode, Sandbox 2.0, global events, macOS

Mine resources and automate their production processes

Mine lunar resources, craft processing machinery, and power up your base with satellites and batteries. Unlock scientific advancements across three research trees to enhance your technological capabilities.

Automate resources with conveyor belts and drones.

Streamline your resource management as you deploy conveyor belts and drones for seamless automation

Explore

Embark on lunar expeditions to unearth the moon's hidden secrets, deploying your rover to various locations and delving into the mysteries of humanity's newfound lunar habitat.

Trade Resources

Engage in resource exchange with Earth through contracts, where your decisions have the power to shape their political landscape. Choose a faction to support or navigate the field strategically for maximum profit.

Assemble a team of colonists

People are your most valuable resource. Keep track of your colonists' health, mood and needs. Hire the best experts and make sure they work as a team: it’s their unique traits and skills that will allow you to truly optimize your production and research!