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Undergoes

Open now · By request

Undergoes playtest

by David Montesi Rivas

Descend into endless mines. Pilot your drill ship. Survive the unknown. Undergoes is a surreal survival crafting game where players navigate a machine through procedurally generated mines, gather resources, craft tools, and build bases while fending off dangerous enemies.

It's free to ask. The developer chooses who gets in.

Access
By request
On playtest since
Feb 25, 2025
Released
Mar 7, 2025
Developer
David Montesi Rivas
Platforms
Windows
Players
Single-player
Languages
Arabic, Bulgarian, Czech, Danish and 27 more

How to join the Undergoes playtest

  1. Open the game's Steam page with the Request access button. Sign in to Steam if it asks.
  2. Request access to the Undergoes playtest there. It's free and doesn't commit you to anything.
  3. The developer lets players in, often in batches, so it can take a while. Steam emails you when you're in, and the playtest appears in your library.

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About Undergoes

Overview

Undergoes is an intense survival crafting game that plunges players into the depths of the earth, where danger and discovery await at every turn. You take command of a powerful drill ship, navigating through a labyrinth of procedurally generated mines in search of valuable minerals and hidden treasures. Each mine offers a unique and unpredictable environment, ensuring no two expeditions are ever the same.

In Undergoes, survival is paramount. You must gather resources, craft essential tools and weapons, and construct massive underground bases to withstand the horrors lurking in the darkness. With a wide variety of minerals to discover and enemies to confront, players must remain vigilant and strategic to thrive in this subterranean world.

Key Features

Procedurally Generated Mines: Each mine you explore is randomly generated, offering endless variety and new challenges with every expedition.

Resource Gathering and Crafting: Mine a diverse array of minerals and craft tools, weapons, and crafting tables to aid in your survival.

Base Building: Construct extensive underground bases using a multitude of blocks, creating a safe haven from the dangers that lurk in the mines.

Survival Horror Elements: Face off against a multitude of enemies, each posing a unique threat. Stay alert and prepared as you delve deeper into the darkness.

Exploration and Discovery: Pilot your drill ship from mine to mine, uncovering secrets and treasures hidden beneath the earth's surface.

Gameplay

In Undergoes, players must master the balance between exploration, resource management, and combat. Navigate your drill ship to new mining sites, extract valuable resources, and use them to craft essential gear and structures. The game's crafting system allows for the creation of various tools, from pickaxes to shotguns, enabling you to tailor your approach to the challenges you face.

The procedurally generated nature of the mines ensures that each playthrough offers a fresh experience, with new layouts, resources, and threats. The horror elements add a layer of tension, as players must constantly be on the lookout for enemies that could strike at any moment.

Graphics and Design

Undergoes features a stylized, hand-drawn graphical style that brings the underground environment to life with a unique aesthetic. The detailed, artistic design of the mines, coupled with dynamic lighting and shadows, enhances the game's eerie atmosphere. The diverse range of enemies and the intricate details of your drill ship and constructions add depth and a distinctive visual charm to the experience.

From the game's Steam page.