- Deadnaut: Signal Lost is out now! - 28 March 2023
Screwfly Studios' sci-fi horror roguelike set in the world of Deadnaut is finally here! Prepare for an unnerving and tense journey to the edges of the galaxy in search of the source of Rip space. As the Handler, you'll control a single Deadnaut, a treasure hunter navigating hazardous settlements, drifting derelicts, and confronting mysterious creatures, haywire security systems, and dangerous fanatics. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1801410/Deadnaut_Signal_Lost/ Here's what awaits you... 🌌 FAST ROGUELIKE GAMEPLAY Guide your Deadnaut through procedurally generated missions, from floating cryoships and freighters to abandoned settlements, equipping them with a wide array of weapons, upgrades and gear. Fight when you can, run when you must. 🤖 TRUST ISSUES Keep your Deadnaut loyal or force compliance. Pay them off or turn them into a mindless space golem if necessary, but remember: ev…
- Deadnaut: Signal Lost is out now! - 28 March 2023
Screwfly Studios' sci-fi horror roguelike set in the world of Deadnaut is finally here! Prepare for an unnerving and tense journey to the edges of the galaxy in search of the source of Rip space. As the Handler, you'll control a single Deadnaut, a treasure hunter navigating hazardous settlements, drifting derelicts, and confronting mysterious creatures, haywire security systems, and dangerous fanatics. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1801410/Deadnaut_Signal_Lost/ Here's what awaits you... 🌌 FAST ROGUELIKE GAMEPLAY Guide your Deadnaut through procedurally generated missions, from floating cryoships and freighters to abandoned settlements, equipping them with a wide array of weapons, upgrades and gear. Fight when you can, run when you must. 🤖 TRUST ISSUES Keep your Deadnaut loyal or force compliance. Pay them off or turn them into a mindless space golem if necessary, but remember: ev…
- Deadnaut: Signal Lost gameplay demo now available - 22 March 2023
Thanks to everyone who tried out the tech demo and gave us feedback. We've now upgraded it to a playable demo, with two suits, more enemies, and additional gear and upgrades. We will make it available here when Steam approves it, but if you want to try it out now, you can get it from our Discord server: https://discord.gg/BpFG5M3mep What can we expect in the full release? There are five core suits, dozens of enemies, over 180 upgrades, loads of gear and equipment, and powerful 'sigils' that let you modify various aspects of the game. You can also create a custom Deadnaut, import a photo and alter their stats. When will the demo arrive on Steam? We'll put it up as soon as it gets approved by Steam, which could be up to a week. Can I play the demo now without joining the Discord server? You sure can. Just email us at [email protected]. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1801410/…
- Try the Deadnaut: Signal Lost tech demo now! - 10 March 2023
We're very close to launching Deadnaut: Signal Lost but we need your help. We've prepared a technical demo of the first few levels of the game and we'd love to get it running on a wider range of systems. This will give you a taste of the game and help us catch any obvious bugs that have eluded us so far. It's a win-win. Grab the demo at our freshly launched Discord server. Join the Screwfly Studios Discord Server! https://discord.gg/BpFG5M3mep (Check the #general channel topic for links to the tech demo) FAQ How long until the game comes out? If the tech demo goes smoothly, our plan is to turn that into a larger demo and then release the game around the same time. Will the demo be available on Steam? Yes, absolutely. I don't use Discord, can I still try the tech demo? You sure can. Email us at [email protected] and I'll send you a link.
- Watch the Deadnaut: Signal Lost trailer! - 28 October 2022
We know you're keen to hear/see/inhale more about Screwfly's next game, Deadnaut: Signal Lost, and we're happy to say we can deliver! Check out the first trailer for the game right here. Along with the trailer, we've also refreshed the screenshots on the Steam page, as well as added a bunch more to give you a better idea of what you're in for. If this is your first time hearing about Deadnaut: Signal Lost, here are some snippets from the Steam page FAQ to catch you up: How does this relate to the original Deadnaut (2014)? Deadnaut and Deadnaut: Signal Lost are both situated in the same universe and feature similar, mission-based gameplay in procedurally-generated locations. Furthermore, in both games you take on the role as a remote handler who controls the action ‘at a distance’ via a physical console. The Deadnaut also uses similar weapons and suits; battles against security systems;…
- Announcing Deadnaut: Signal Lost! - 1 November 2021
The cosmos is tearing itself apart. Wrecks of long-dead starships are full of horrible, interdimensional creatures. The dead roam surfaces of moons, and you're being hunted by technically advanced soldiers. Welcome to Signal Lost, Screwfly Studios' return to Deadnaut's grim and ruthless future. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1801410/Deadnaut_Signal_Lost/ While Deadnaut: Signal Lost is situated in the same universe as the original and features similar, mission-based gameplay in procedurally-generated locations, it is not a direct sequel. You play the role of a remote handler who controls the action "at a distance" via a physical console, however, Signal Lost is focused on a single Deadnaut, rather than a squad. The action is more intimate and tactical, and you can develop your Deadnaut with numerous suit upgrades and abilities. Furthermore, the gameplay is turn-based, not real-time,…
- Zafehouse Diaries 2: Available now! - 17 June 2017
The sequel to Zafehouse Diaires has arrived! You can now purchase the game on Steam or directly from us. Thanks to everyone who has returned for another outing in the drama-filled, chaotic world of Zafehouse and its unique brand of zombie mayhem! If you'd like a DRM-free version of the game, along with a Steam key, please purchase the game via our website. Alternatively, you can grab the game straight from Steam. http://store.steampowered.com/app/653940/Zafehouse_Diaries_2/ We're looking forward to hearing your insane tales of death, starvation, cabinet throwing and guitar smashing! Stay up-to-date and follow us on Twitter and Facebook, or visiting the official Zafehouse website.
- Zafehouse Diaries 2: Available now! - 17 June 2017
The sequel to Zafehouse Diaires has arrived! You can now purchase the game on Steam or directly from us. Thanks to everyone who has returned for another outing in the drama-filled, chaotic world of Zafehouse and its unique brand of zombie mayhem! If you'd like a DRM-free version of the game, along with a Steam key, please purchase the game via our website. Alternatively, you can grab the game straight from Steam. http://store.steampowered.com/app/653940/Zafehouse_Diaries_2/ We're looking forward to hearing your insane tales of death, starvation, cabinet throwing and guitar smashing! Stay up-to-date and follow us on Twitter and Facebook, or visiting the official Zafehouse website.
- Fear Equation v2.0.2 - Custom passenger improvements and Linux build - 18 August 2016
As of this update, Linux players can now experience the nightmarish joys of driving through the fog-filled apocalypse of Fear Equation! Plus, a special treat for custom passengers. Fear Equation has been updated to version 2.0.2! This patch marks the release of the Linux version of the game. While we can only officially support Ubuntu 12.04, the game should run on a variety of distributions. A Linux technical demo is available if you'd like to check if the game is compatible with your setup: https://forums.screwflystudios.com/index.php/topic,890.0.html We've received a number of requests from players asking for a full, customised allotment of passengers and as of 2.0.2, this is now possible! The custom game screen has been tweaked to support up to 150 player-made passengers. Finally, we've added five achievements based on the mysterious Wanderers. Time to harness the power of the fog fo…
- Fear Equation v2.0.2 - Custom passenger improvements and Linux build - 18 August 2016
As of this update, Linux players can now experience the nightmarish joys of driving through the fog-filled apocalypse of Fear Equation! Plus, a special treat for custom passengers. Fear Equation has been updated to version 2.0.2! This patch marks the release of the Linux version of the game. While we can only officially support Ubuntu 12.04, the game should run on a variety of distributions. A Linux technical demo is available if you'd like to check if the game is compatible with your setup: https://forums.screwflystudios.com/index.php/topic,890.0.html We've received a number of requests from players asking for a full, customised allotment of passengers and as of 2.0.2, this is now possible! The custom game screen has been tweaked to support up to 150 player-made passengers. Finally, we've added five achievements based on the mysterious Wanderers. Time to harness the power of the fog fo…
- The Screwfly Collection - get all our games for 15% off! - 7 June 2016
Love Fear Equation? Why not grab The Screwfly Collection containing our other games, Zafehouse Diaries and Deadnaut? Complete the set and save 15%! We've just released a special discounted Steam bundle containing all three of Screwfly Studios' strategy titles - Fear Equation, Zafehouse Diaries and Deadnaut. About Zafehouse Diaries: Stuck in a remote, abandoned town, you must lead five survivors with conflicting motivations, fragile relationships and fiery prejudices to safety from the roving undead. About Deadnaut: Lead a squad of Deadnauts as they explore, investigate and fight their way through the derelict ships of dead civilisations. Every mission is unique and no two locations are the same. If you enjoyed one, there's a great chance you'll love our other games and there's no better way to own them all. In addition, you'll save 15% compared to buying them individually. Interested? C…
- The Screwfly Collection - get all our games for 15% off! - 7 June 2016
Love Fear Equation? Why not grab The Screwfly Collection containing our other games, Zafehouse Diaries and Deadnaut? Complete the set and save 15%! We've just released a special discounted Steam bundle containing all three of Screwfly Studios' strategy titles - Fear Equation, Zafehouse Diaries and Deadnaut. About Zafehouse Diaries: Stuck in a remote, abandoned town, you must lead five survivors with conflicting motivations, fragile relationships and fiery prejudices to safety from the roving undead. About Deadnaut: Lead a squad of Deadnauts as they explore, investigate and fight their way through the derelict ships of dead civilisations. Every mission is unique and no two locations are the same. If you enjoyed one, there's a great chance you'll love our other games and there's no better way to own them all. In addition, you'll save 15% compared to buying them individually. Interested? C…
- Fear Equation update - Trading cards & new achievements - 1 April 2016
As a special treat for Steam players, we've released a new update that includes trading cards and seven new achievements, including ones specific to the Blockade scenario introduced in v2.0.0. To start collecting trading cards, just fire up Fear Equation and get playing! They will drop at regular intervals and once you get enough, you'll be able to redeem them for badges, backgrounds and emoticons. As for the achievements, here's a taste: Battle Stations: Win a battle against the military with your weapons optimally configured during the Blockade scenario Playing God: Create a custom passenger (yes, you can make your own!) Know It All: Find all 5 pieces of intelligence in a single game during the Blockade scenario For all the new achievements, be sure to check out the dedicated page. That's all for now Engineers - keep your eyes on the tracks and keep your passengers safe...
- Fear Equation update - Trading cards & new achievements - 1 April 2016
As a special treat for Steam players, we've released a new update that includes trading cards and seven new achievements, including ones specific to the Blockade scenario introduced in v2.0.0. To start collecting trading cards, just fire up Fear Equation and get playing! They will drop at regular intervals and once you get enough, you'll be able to redeem them for badges, backgrounds and emoticons. As for the achievements, here's a taste: Battle Stations: Win a battle against the military with your weapons optimally configured during the Blockade scenario Playing God: Create a custom passenger (yes, you can make your own!) Know It All: Find all 5 pieces of intelligence in a single game during the Blockade scenario For all the new achievements, be sure to check out the dedicated page. That's all for now Engineers - keep your eyes on the tracks and keep your passengers safe...
- Fear Equation v2.0.0 - New mode: Blockade - 15 March 2016
Yes, you read that right! Fear Equation just hit the big 2.0.0. Why the jump from 1.6.0? Well, Fear Equation has received its meatiest update ever -- an entirely new game mode called "Blockade"! In this scenario, the military has set up a blockade to the East. Take a squad of military deserters, upgrade your train's weapons and bust through the blockade. But be quick and efficient: if you lose someone, you can't replace them - and in a few weeks, the military will bomb the region. Take charge of a single carriage and 15 military deserters Upgrade the train's weapons and take out the roaming military forces Watch combat unfold in real-time via a new mode on the mission computer Discover secret military documents that provide special bonuses Manage damage to subsystems and prioritise repairs And more... Please note we're still fine-tuning this experimental mode, so expect a balance / bug…
- Fear Equation v2.0.0 - New mode: Blockade - 15 March 2016
Yes, you read that right! Fear Equation just hit the big 2.0.0. Why the jump from 1.6.0? Well, Fear Equation has received its meatiest update ever -- an entirely new game mode called "Blockade"! In this scenario, the military has set up a blockade to the East. Take a squad of military deserters, upgrade your train's weapons and bust through the blockade. But be quick and efficient: if you lose someone, you can't replace them - and in a few weeks, the military will bomb the region. Take charge of a single carriage and 15 military deserters Upgrade the train's weapons and take out the roaming military forces Watch combat unfold in real-time via a new mode on the mission computer Discover secret military documents that provide special bonuses Manage damage to subsystems and prioritise repairs And more... Please note we're still fine-tuning this experimental mode, so expect a balance / bug…
- Fear Equation v1.6.0 - The Wanderers - 15 February 2016
1.6.0 has arrived and along with the usual bounty of streamlining improvements, fixes and tweaks, this update marks the debut of the mysterious and powerful Wanderers. The Wanderers are Fearless who wish to leave the fog, but need the Engineer's help to do so. When you encounter a Wanderer, you'll have to decide what to do with them. If you let them on the train, they'll bring special abilities with them -- even more powerful than VIP modifiers. The Wanderers' abilities come at a price, however. So, it's time to ask yourself: Just how far are you willing to go to survive the fog? Also in this patch, we've added a number of settings to streamline the game for experienced players. These can be accessed via the new "Gameplay" options menu: Page turning animations: Enabled by default. When disabled, all books in the game, including the carriage console notebook and manuals, will have their…
- Fear Equation v1.6.0 - The Wanderers - 15 February 2016
1.6.0 has arrived and along with the usual bounty of streamlining improvements, fixes and tweaks, this update marks the debut of the mysterious and powerful Wanderers. The Wanderers are Fearless who wish to leave the fog, but need the Engineer's help to do so. When you encounter a Wanderer, you'll have to decide what to do with them. If you let them on the train, they'll bring special abilities with them -- even more powerful than VIP modifiers. The Wanderers' abilities come at a price, however. So, it's time to ask yourself: Just how far are you willing to go to survive the fog? Also in this patch, we've added a number of settings to streamline the game for experienced players. These can be accessed via the new "Gameplay" options menu: Page turning animations: Enabled by default. When disabled, all books in the game, including the carriage console notebook and manuals, will have their…
- Fear Equation - Future update plans - 7 February 2016
We're working hard on some meaty updates for Fear Equation, but we can only get them out so fast! Rather than have you waiting for details, we thought we'd give you a peek at what's coming up. Please note that the following features are not final and may change during development. Gameplay improvements Over the last few updates, we've tweaked many of Fear Equation's core mechanics to streamline train management, including cargo and passenger transfers, cabin movement, skill filtering and more. This trend will continue in future updates. For example, with the next patch, we'll be providing players with options to enable instant page turning for all in-game books, fast cabin movement and the ability to sleep immediately at the end of the Guard phase via the clock / accelerate time key. Because these settings have an impact on immersion, they will be disabled by default. New events While t…
- Fear Equation - Future update plans - 7 February 2016
We're working hard on some meaty updates for Fear Equation, but we can only get them out so fast! Rather than have you waiting for details, we thought we'd give you a peek at what's coming up. Please note that the following features are not final and may change during development. Gameplay improvements Over the last few updates, we've tweaked many of Fear Equation's core mechanics to streamline train management, including cargo and passenger transfers, cabin movement, skill filtering and more. This trend will continue in future updates. For example, with the next patch, we'll be providing players with options to enable instant page turning for all in-game books, fast cabin movement and the ability to sleep immediately at the end of the Guard phase via the clock / accelerate time key. Because these settings have an impact on immersion, they will be disabled by default. New events While t…
