Energy Survivors

About

Energy Survivors tasks you with leading a squad of space troops on a dangerous mission to harvest alien energy. As a third-person shooter with roguelike elements, each run drops you on a procedurally generated planet where you scavenge weapons, armor, and power-ups to survive waves of enemies. Choices matter as you mix and match abilities to craft playstyles that shift from bullet-sponge tanks to burst-damage specialists. Combat is fast and chaotic with cover mechanics and teamwork mechanics that force you to adapt to shifting threats. The game's strength lies in its deep customization and high-stakes permadeath. Players report over 50 distinct upgrade paths that create wildly different strategies, though some find the difficulty curve steep. With no multiplayer and a story that plays out through brief cutscenes, the focus stays on the grind of building the perfect loadout. Since launch in April 2023 it's drawn a dedicated niche audience, particularly those who enjoy twitchy shooters with build experimentation. Expect to die often but rarely the same way twice.