In Anoxia Station, players step into a grim alternate 1988 where a catastrophic supervolcanic eruption has left Earth’s surface uninhabitable. Humanity’s last hope lies in deep-earth oil reserves, and as the leader of a Terranaut expedition, the goal is simple: drill, survive, and uncover the truth—before it’s too late.
This indie horror-strategy hybrid blends turn-based resource management with psychological tension, pitting players against deadly environments, bizarre subterranean creatures, and even their own crew. With oxygen running low and trust in shorter supply, every decision could mean the difference between salvation and disaster.
A Hauntingly Unique Aesthetic
Visually, Anoxia Station stands out with its eerie industrial-meets-organic art style, reminiscent of HR Giger’s biomechanical designs. The game’s oppressive atmosphere amplifies the horror of deep-earth exploration, where every shadow could hide a new threat—or a traitor among the ranks.
While drawing comparisons to survival-strategy titles like Frostpunk and The Banished Vault, Anoxia Station carves its own niche with a heavier focus on narrative and interpersonal conflict.
More Than Just Resource Management
Beyond the core challenge of keeping the drills running and the crew alive, Anoxia Station weaves in a mystery surrounding the fate of the previous mining team—and the true cause of Earth’s collapse. The political tensions of a fractured Cold War-era world add another layer, as crew members may have hidden agendas.
One wrong move could mean losing a vital specialist—whether to betrayal, sabotage, or sheer paranoia. Keeping morale high while managing dwindling supplies makes for a gripping, high-stakes experience.
Available Now on Steam
Anoxia Station launched last week on Steam, priced at $15 with a 10% discount available until May 23. For fans of atmospheric strategy games with a horror twist, this is one underground expedition worth taking.