Brisbane-based indie developer Sagestone Games has announced the upcoming launch of a Steam demo for their highly anticipated open-world survival sandbox game, Delverium. The demo will go live on February 7, just in time for Steam’s Couch Co-Op Fest, giving players an early glimpse into the game’s rich world of exploration, crafting, and cooperative survival.

What Is Delverium?

Delverium is a procedurally generated, open-world sandbox game that blends survival, farming, crafting, and exploration. Designed for 1-4 players, the game allows adventurers to gather resources, build shelters, tend to farms, and recruit NPCs to assist in their journey. Those seeking more intense challenges can test their skills in high-risk dungeon crawling, where ancient secrets and dangerous foes await.

As players explore the world of Delverium, they will uncover hidden mysteries, take on boss battles, and grow their farms and gear in preparation for even greater adventures. The game emphasizes flexibility, letting players choose their preferred activities—whether it’s peacefully cultivating their farms or bravely delving into the unknown.

A Passion Project with Star Talent

Sagestone Games is primarily led by indie developer Scott Lowther, who envisioned Delverium as a co-op game that could bring his family together through their shared love of survival and crafting games. “Delverium began as a passion project to create a co-op game for my family and I to enjoy our favorite activities together,” Scott shared.

To bring this vision to life, Lowther has teamed up with BAFTA Award-winning composer and audio director Jeff van Dyck, whose impressive credits include Unpacking, Forts, and Paint the Town Red. With van Dyck’s expertise, Delverium promises an immersive audio experience that complements its expansive world and engaging gameplay.

Additionally, Lowther has enlisted the help of a few close friends to ensure that every detail of the game is crafted with care. Together, the team has created an experience that invites players to explore, create, and collaborate.

Steam Demo Details and Features

The Steam demo launching on February 7 will offer players a hands-on experience with Delverium’s core features. Solo adventurers and local co-op teams can dive into a few hours of gameplay, exploring the procedurally generated world and testing their survival skills.

The demo provides a taste of what’s to come in the full game, which is scheduled to release in 2025. Key features showcased in the demo include:

  • Exploration: Traverse a vast, procedurally generated world filled with resources, dangers, and secrets.
  • Farming: Tend to crops and build your farm as a source of sustenance and resources.
  • Crafting and Building: Gather materials to craft gear, tools, and shelters.
  • Local Co-op: Team up with friends for cooperative survival and dungeon exploration.

The demo is designed to offer a fun, self-contained experience while also giving players a chance to provide feedback and help shape the game’s future development. Sagestone Games is encouraging players to join their Discord community to share their thoughts and suggestions.

What’s Coming in the Full Release?

The full version of Delverium, set to release in 2025, will expand significantly on the demo’s foundation. Planned features include:

  • Additional biomes to explore, each with unique environments and challenges.
  • Boss fights that test players’ combat skills and teamwork.
  • A variety of new gear and items to craft.
  • Online multiplayer, allowing players to team up across distances.
  • New activities such as fishing and engaging quests.

With confirmed Steam Deck support, Delverium will also bring its survival and crafting adventure to portable gaming, making it accessible to players wherever they go.

A Game Built for the Community

What sets Delverium apart is its focus on community-driven development. Scott Lowther and the team at Sagestone Games are inviting players to actively participate in shaping the game through their feedback. This collaborative approach ensures that Delverium evolves into a game that reflects the desires of its player base while staying true to its vision as a fun, family-friendly co-op experience.

“With the demo, we’re giving players a glimpse into what we’ve been building, and we hope they’ll join our journey,” Lowther explained. “Their feedback will be invaluable as we work to make Delverium something truly special.”

Mark Your Calendars

The Delverium Steam demo launches February 7, giving players an early opportunity to experience this ambitious survival sandbox game. Whether you’re a fan of farming, crafting, or challenging dungeon exploration, Delverium promises a unique blend of activities set in a beautifully crafted open world.

Stay tuned for more updates as Sagestone Games continues to develop Delverium, with its full release planned for 2025. In the meantime, don’t miss your chance to explore its world, connect with the developers, and help shape the future of this exciting new adventure.

For more information, visit the Delverium page on Steam and join the Sagestone Games Discord community. Get ready to gather your friends, build your farm, and uncover the mysteries of Delverium!