When was Subsistence last updated on Steam?

The last update for Subsistence on Steam (patch note or public build) was on Sep 18, 2026. The most recent developer announcement was posted on Sep 11, 2026.

How long has Subsistence been in Early Access?

Subsistence entered Steam Early Access on Oct 25, 2016 and has been in Early Access for 10 years (3650 days).

Will Subsistence leave Early Access?

Based on the Steam store Early Access section, the developer has mentioned a 1.0 timing of "March 2018". This is parsed public store copy, not a contractual commitment.

Steam AppID #418030·Developer: ColdGames·Publisher: ColdGames

Is Subsistence Abandoned?

Subsistence is a sandbox, first person, solo or co-op, PvE open-world survival game. Struggle through changing seasons to build a base, develop technology and gear-up in the hostile environment. Defend yourself from wildlife, the elements and AI hunters (who also build bases in the world).

ActiveActivity Score: 66 / 100

Last checked: Oct 24, 2026 (UTC)

Developer? Correct this page

Active — last game update shipped 36 days ago (Sep 18, 2026).

In Early Access

10 years

Since Oct 25, 2016

Dev plan: March 2018

Current Players

757

Steam concurrent (no key)

Last Update

Sep 18, 2026

Patch or public build (lastShipAt)

Last developer post

Sep 11, 2026

Community announcement feed

Last Build Update

Sep 18, 2026

via steamcmd.net

Updates (Last 12m)

2 patches · 2 posts

Past 365 days

Steam Reviews

Very Positive (70%)

7,031 reviews

Why This Status? (Deterministic Signal Audit)

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Shipped a game update 35 days ago (Sep 18, 2026).Signal Date: 2026-09-18
Last developer announcement posted on Sep 11, 2026 (42 days ago).Signal Date: 2026-09-11

36-Month Update Cadence Timeline

Monthly shipped patches vs. developer community posts for Subsistence (UTC)

Patches (7)Dev Posts (0)

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Recent Official Developer Announcements

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Sep 11, 2026Update / Changelog

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Alpha 68 Update - Mod Support

Feb 26, 2026Update / Changelog

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Alpha 67 Update

Sep 26, 2025Update / Changelog

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Alpha 66 Update

Dec 20, 2024Update / Changelog

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Alpha 65 Update

Sep 6, 2024Update / Changelog

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Alpha 64 Update

Jun 27, 2024Update / Changelog

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Alpha 63 Update

Dec 20, 2023Update / Changelog

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Alpha 62 Update - 20th December 2023

Jun 2, 2023Update / Changelog

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Alpha 61 Update - 2nd June 2023

Dec 9, 2022Update / Changelog

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Alpha 60 Update - 9th December 2022

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/26620178/cb4510d86dfcc8b2ade4f5a9a481d5cadf795ede.png Vehicle Construction Bay: The Vehicle Construction Bay (VCB) can now be crafted in the BCU. This placeable unit is used to construct, maintain, upgrade and manage vehicles. It must be placed within range of

Jun 17, 2022

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Alpha 60 Sneak Peek

A quick sneak peak at the upcoming Alpha 60 update 👀 https://youtu.be/bHem8wwcglo

Is Subsistence still being developed?

Subsistence’s last public Steam update was Sep 18, 2026. The developer’s latest Steam post was on Sep 11, 2026 (patch notes). To judge for yourself, see How to tell if an Early Access game is abandoned.

Frequently Asked Questions About Subsistence

Is Subsistence abandoned?: Based on public Steam records, Subsistence's last default-branch update was Sep 18, 2026. Our status only measures public Steam activity, not private development.
When was Subsistence last updated on Steam?: The last update for Subsistence on Steam (patch note or public build) was on Sep 18, 2026. The most recent developer announcement was posted on Sep 11, 2026.
How long has Subsistence been in Early Access?: Subsistence entered Steam Early Access on Oct 25, 2016 and has been in Early Access for 10 years (3650 days).
Will Subsistence leave Early Access?: Based on the Steam store Early Access section, the developer has mentioned a 1.0 timing of "March 2018". This is parsed public store copy, not a contractual commitment.