Space Goblin Studio has announced that ASTROBOTANICA, a science-driven survival adventure, is headed to Steam Early Access on February 16, 2026. The reveal follows a strong community response, including more than 50,000 Steam wishlists and momentum from a successful Kickstarter and closed Alpha.
New trailer debuts, hands-on demo now live
The latest announcement trailer premiered during IGN Fan Fest 2025: Fall Edition, highlighting new gameplay systems such as farming, settlement building, environmental puzzles, and fresh regions to explore. Players can jump in early with a fully interactive demo available through Steam Next Fest until October 20, 2025, offering a slice of the open world with flora research, exploration, puzzle-solving, and settlement construction.
Survive prehistoric Earth as Xel
In ASTROBOTANICA, you play as Xel, an alien biologist who crash-lands on prehistoric Earth during the Pleistocene. Survival hinges on scientific curiosity and experimentation: study real-world-inspired plant life, test their properties, and apply your findings to endure harsh biomes, solve ancient mysteries, and navigate encounters with early humans.
Core gameplay pillars
ASTROBOTANICA centers on a blend of research-driven progression and discovery:
- Plant research: Identify flora qualities and effects through experimentation.
- Tonic crafting: Combine ingredients to create restorative and utility mixtures.
- Cultivation: Grow, nurture, and defend crops for sustainable survival.
- Exploration: Traverse islands and distinct biomes with environmental hazards and secrets.
- Puzzles: Investigate ancient ruins packed with logic and traversal challenges.
- Human interaction: Trade, seek help, and build relationships with Pleistocene communities.
Expanding the universe with a webcomic
The official tie-in webcomic, Sprout Out!, launched on October 13, 2025. New episodes are scheduled daily leading up to Early Access, delving into characters and lore across the ASTROBOTANICA universe. The series is written by Luca Zeyer, illustrated by Karolina Wiśniewska, with Arkadiusz Woźniak serving as Art Director and Producer.
Studio and availability
Developed by Space Goblin Studio in Warsaw, Poland, ASTROBOTANICA reflects the team’s focus on stylized adventure experiences built with community feedback via Steam, Discord, and social channels. The game will be available for Windows PC via Steam, with the Steam Next Fest demo accessible through October 20, 2025, and Early Access launching on February 16, 2026.
Platforms: Windows PC via Steam. Demo: available during Steam Next Fest through October 20, 2025. Early Access: February 16, 2026.
