Castaway overview

Overview

Castaway comes from Canari Games and is published by Canari Games. It arrived on Steam on Aug 16, 2024, and it sits naturally among Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Gamepad Recommended, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, and DualSense Controller Support. SteamPulse tracks it across Windows, Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation so readers get a quick useful snapshot, not just a wall of numbers.

Players and reviews

Castaway's latest SteamPulse observation recorded 0 players at 13 September 2026 - 03:02:08 UTC, with a tracked peak near 49. This peak is the highest value in the available SteamPulse record and may not include activity before tracking began. Player reaction is 74% positive across 282 reviews.

Language and system requirements

Castaway is available in 12 languages including:

3 regional rating boards including dejus, steam germany, and igrs

Sales, recommendations, and streams

Castaway has sold up to 7,831 units and has 263 Steam recommendations. The estimated VGI revenue is $45,669. On Twitch, 0 streamers are live with around 0 total watchers.

Castaway overview details

Castaway combines live player counts with reviews, pricing, platform support, Store metadata, dated player history, media, recent news, and related games.

Steam Store description

CASTAWAY Embark on an action-packed adventure in Castaway, diving players into a pixelated and retro universe . Assume the role of Martin, whose spaceship crash-landed on an uncharted island where his faithful pet was taken by hostile creatures. Retrieve your weapons and venture out to rescue your kidnapped companion in this endearing and unexpectedly dynamic world. 2 mini-games in 1! STORY MODE / SURVIVOR MODE! Beat the 3 bosses in the concise and delightful " Story Mode " to unlock the thrilling and addictive " Survivor Mode ." Ascend a 50-floor tower , with each level presenting increasingly challenging trials! KEY FEATURES: For All Ages: From the "pacifist" mode without enemies or “invincible” to the challenging "unfair" mode, Castaway caters to all ages, from seasoned gamers to younger players discovering the genre for the first time. Try to complete the game as quickly as possible thanks to the speedrun mode ! Charming Pixel Art Graphics: Immerse yourself in a 2D retro pixel art world reminiscent of classic adventure games. It'll feel like coming home! Unique Weapon Abilities: Solve puzzles by acquiring weapons with distinct characteristics - the sword for speed, the pickaxe for power, and the grappling hook for increased mobility. Enchanting Soundtrack: Enjoy chiptune melodies, whether heroic or haunting, paying homage to the 8-bit console era!

SteamPulse editorial summary

Castaway is listed as a game with $7.99. It supports Windows, belongs to Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Gamepad Recommended, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, and DualSense Controller Support, and is associated with Action, Adventure, and Indie. SteamPulse's latest observation records 0 players at 13 September 2026 - 03:02:08 UTC, a tracked peak of 49, and 74% positive reviews.

Overview tags

Action-AdventureSurvivalFamily FriendlyMetroidvaniaAnimeTop-DownDogPixel Graphics2DSci-fiAction1990'sOld SchoolRetroController

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Support and legal notes

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