Afloat

About

Afloat drops you on a raft in a dense jungle after a crash. Armed with a grappling gun and a tablet of blueprints, you must scavenge resources from the river and surrounding area to build shelters, tools, and eventually a way out. The game focuses on survival mechanics like gathering food and water, managing your health, and navigating the environment. Each decision impacts your progress as you balance immediate needs with long-term goals to escape the wilderness. Released in 2019 by Blue Atom Interactive, Afloat offers a VR-compatible experience that enhances the sense of isolation and urgency. The game's emphasis on resource management and environmental interaction sets it apart, though its solo gameplay and straightforward mechanics may appeal more to casual survival fans. With a focus on methodical progression, it’s a test of patience and strategy in a challenging jungle setting.

Storyline

You have crashlanded in the jungle, and somehow you awake on a raft, with only a grappling gun and a tablet with building blueprints beside you. Using your survival skills, you have try to make your way back to society. Luckily for you, the river that you are following is full of useful resources, that can help you in this endeavour.