The Alters: Last Variable - Official Gameplay Trailer

The Alters: Last Variable is a story-driven DLC expansion for The Alters, focusing on Jan Scientist and introducing 20 hours of new gameplay, new characters, and advanced survival mechanics.

Overview

The Alters: Last Variable continues the story of Jan Scientist, who remains on a mysterious alien planet while other versions of himself leave for a research mission. Players control new specialized "Alters" of Jan, including a Geologist, Biologist, Chemist, and Physicist, each offering unique perspectives and abilities that influence gameplay and decision-making.

Gameplay Features

Terraforming and Exploration: Players explore the Oasis, a transformable region of the planet, and terraform barren sectors into habitable zones to unlock resources and advance research.
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Underground Base Building: Construct and expand a subterranean base with new modules to survive environmental hazards such as stronger earthquakes, radiation surges, and other planet-induced threats.

Cryosleep Systems: Introduces cryosleep chambers that allow players to skip time cycles, enabling long-term observation and research while managing the survival of the Alters.

Field Labs: Specialized Alters can continue research during surface expeditions, contributing to technological and scientific progress even while facing planetary challenges.

Decision Impact: Player choices affect the relationships between different Jan versions and the outcome of the scientific expedition, adding strategic depth to the story .

Story and Content

The DLC presents a new, self-contained story arc within the existing game world. Jan Scientist leads a team of cloned specialists to investigate the Oasis, uncovering secrets of the planet while balancing survival and scientific discovery. The expansion adds approximately 20 hours of gameplay, new biomes, and additional research and survival mechanics .

The Alters: Last Variable is set to release on July 13, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The DLC was developed by 11 bit studios and expands both the narrative and gameplay depth of the original game.