The Savior From Above

The Savior From Above

Released Dec 2021

A sidescrolling 3D adventure shortgame that combines multiple genres and features various action and puzzle sequences. Its artistic approach is supported by powerful visuals, intense atmosphere and a unique game narrative on the boundaries of science-fiction and fantasy.

94% positive · 381 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

The Savior From Above is a free, self-described "shortgame" — a complete, bite-sized experience created by a solo developer. It launched on December 6, 2021 as a finished product. The three DLC items listed are purely donation tiers (Silver, Gold, Diamond), not gameplay content — they have always been available and were updated in December 2024 to include a digital artbook and the game's original music tracks as a thank-you to supporters. Since launch, the developer has continued to improve the game: the 3rd anniversary update on December 9, 2024 (v1.3.0) added achievements, visual upgrades, and various fixes, and the v1.4.0 patch on March 22, 2025 added support for seven languages and brought significant performance improvements. These are polishing and quality-of-life updates rather than expansions of the game's core content. The developer's attention has now shifted to a new project called Cosminomy, announced on August 28, 2024. The March 22, 2025 localization patch is the most recent developer communication, and the post itself notes that further language additions may come "over time" if the system proves stable — a minor, open-ended possibility rather than a committed roadmap. No new gameplay content, expansions, or story additions have been announced for The Savior From Above. The game is best understood as a finished short experience that the developer has continued to refine and polish.
Evidence
Store description explicitly calls the game a 'shortgame' and 'a bitesize piece of handcrafted game art, the first release from its creator' — framed as a complete, standalone experience.
description · Dec 6, 2021 source development ending
high
v1.4.0 patch adds seven language localizations and significant performance optimizations. Most recent developer communication.
news post · Mar 22, 2025 source content shipped
medium

Content

3 of 3 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
kóborfotonok
Achievements
6
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player

About this game

The Savior From Above is a sidescrolling 3D adventure shortgame that combines multiple genres and features various action and puzzle sequences. Its artistic approach is supported by powerful visuals, intense atmosphere and a unique game narrative on the boundaries of science-fiction and fantasy.

An unnamed astronaut crashes his space capsule on an alien planet. As he explores the strange surroundings, he soon discovers that his arrival may not have been entirely accidental. According to the remains of an ancient local culture, he is believed to play a significant role in their history.

The Savior From Above is a one-man project, a bitesize piece of handcrafted game art, the first release from its creator. The game is 100% free, but any financial support is highly appreciated. Please see the DLCs for donation options. Thank you and safe journeys!

Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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