Starsand is a mystic survival game set among the dunes of an arcane desert. An open-world full of danger, vast environments and mysterious happenings await you! Explore, hunt, craft, build – and SURVIVE.
A desert stretching to the horizon, oppressive heat, hostile creatures lurking in the darkness and ancient mysteries buried beneath the dunes: welcome to Starsand, an open world survival game developed by Tunnel Vision Studio that plunges you into an environment as beautiful as it is merciless.
Alone against the immensity of this arcane desert, you must explore, hunt, craft and build to survive. Managing your hunger, thirst and fatigue gauges is just as crucial as defending yourself against the threats that prowl. But Starsand is more than simple survival: mysterious ruins, unexplained artefacts and a sci-fi atmosphere wrap the world in an aura of mystery that drives you ever deeper.
We loved: The unique atmosphere, caught between arid desert and mysterious science fiction. Starsand resembles no other survival game: the desert environment, colossal dunes, secret oases, sandstorms, is breathtakingly beautiful, and the narrative elements that emerge through exploration add a layer of mystery that keeps you pushing forward.
We liked: The depth of the crafting and construction system. From a simple makeshift shelter to elaborate permanent structures, via increasingly sophisticated tools, the technical progression in Starsand is satisfying and well-paced. Each development stage unlocks new possibilities and pushes the boundaries of your comfort zone.
Our highlight: The dynamic open world events. Sandstorms that reduce visibility to zero, nightly appearances of particularly aggressive creatures, discoveries of ruins that change your understanding of the world... Starsand never lets you get too comfortable.
Our tip to help you: Build a solid shelter and water reserves in the first few hours desert nights are brutal and storms can arrive without warning. Always explore with enough provisions for the return journey and mark points of interest on the map. Ruins are often dangerous but contain rare resources essential for progressing to advanced crafting.
Who is this game for?
Starsand is aimed at players aged 12 and over who enjoy open world survival games, exploration and mysterious atmospheres. With 30 hours of content and medium difficulty, it offers an accessible balance between challenge and progression.
