ⓘ Saltstone Studios
Published by Fellow Traveller, The Pale Beyond challenges you to survive an Antarctic expedition. You'll need to manage your resources and the relationships between your crew members as you progress through the story.
This survival management game developed by Saltstone Studios puts you in the shoes of the captain of the Temperance during an Antarctic expedition. However, becoming captain wasn't your choice, and you'll have to do whatever it takes to survive the freezing cold.
Far from civilization, you'll have to make decisions each week that will affect your chances of survival. Indeed, your resources are scarce, and you'll have to manage them wisely. Conflicts may arise among crew members, and you'll have to decide whether to intervene.
Keep your crew loyal so that they'll support your decisions. If you run out of food, you'll have to hunt animals to survive. Fuel is also essential, as you'll need it to keep your crew warm and continue your journey. In addition, as you progress through the story, you'll uncover secrets about the expedition and its past.
The Pale Beyond boasts an 88% positive rating based on 2,297 reviews on Steam. Thus, many players love the game's story and the way it's told. Resource management plays a key role, and the other mechanics are also praised. Furthermore, the game also features several different endings. However, it is a difficult game that will put your skills to the test. The interface has also drawn criticism, as has the visual design.
If you want to try it, The Pale Beyond is priced at $3.99 until October 22, 2026. And according to SteamDB, it will return to $19.99 when this offer ends.
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