Eastward

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About the Game Eastward is a beautifully detailed and charming adventure game, from Shanghai-based indie developers, Pixpil. In the near-future, society is starting to collapse, and the human population is at an all-time low.

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Developer:
Pixpil Studio
Publisher:
Chucklefish Games
Engine:
Moai
Release date:
16 September 2021
Recent Steam reviews:
Very Positive (60)
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (3619)

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Description

About the Game

Eastward is a beautifully detailed and charming adventure game, from Shanghai-based indie developers, Pixpil.

In the near-future, society is starting to collapse, and the human population is at an all-time low. A deadly toxic presence has spread across the land, destroying and devouring everything in its path.

Those who could escape the miasma flocked to underground villages to start a new life. But for a hardworking miner and a mysterious young girl, the hope of a thriving outside world beckons…

Escape the tyrannical clutches of Potcrock Isle's subterranean society and join Eastward’s unlikely duo on an exciting adventure to the land above! Discover beautiful yet bizarre settlements and make new friends as you travel across the world by rail.

Contains adult humour and some mature themes.

Game Features

Discover the wonderfully weird world of Eastward. Climb aboard the cross-country railway which spans this decaying continent, stopping off to explore its bustling towns, curious campsites and shady forests.

Fend off peculiar monsters and ferocious bosses with John’s weapon of choice - be it a flamethrower, cog-shooter or your trusty ol’ frying pan. Feeling merciful? Try temporarily stunning them with Sam’s kinetic blast.

Switch between John and Sam to solve environmental puzzles and fight your way through formidable dungeons. Separate the duo to unlock hidden paths or stick together as you traverse a perilous landscape.

Get to know a quirky cast of characters with oodles of personality! Immerse yourself in a heartwarming story-driven adventure, packed with fun and wacky humour.

Create deliciously authentic Eastwardian cuisine using (mostly) fresh, organic ingredients from toxic forests, potcrab farms and abandoned malls. These delicacies will grant health bonuses, power boosts and secret boons.

Bop along to a wonderfully upbeat soundtrack composed by Joel Corelitz (Death Stranding, Hohokum, The Unfinished Swan), with sound design from Irish studio, Hyperduck Soundworks (Dust: An Elysian Tail, Kingdom Rush)

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *:
Windows 7/8/10
Processor:
Intel i5
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
Nvidia GTS 450
Storage:
2 GB available space
Additional Notes:
OpenGL 3.2

recommended*

Requirement 1:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *:
Windows 7/8/10
Processor:
Intel i5
Memory:
4 GB RAM
Graphics:
Nvidia GTX 750 Ti
Storage:
2 GB available space
Additional Notes:
OpenGL 3.2

User reviews

Patapom
Recommended | 20 Jun 2026
12.8h played

If you want a challenge or a great story, this game is not worth it. If you like beautiful pixel art and to explore a very detailed weird world, this is for you. Other comments already reflected that there seems to be a

Helpful: 18
marieljmudrik
Recommended | 28 Jun 2026
152h played

When I was first reading reviews and deciding whether or not to buy this game, many people said the story was bad but the art/graphics were amazing. Here's an honest review from someone who's played the game in full:

Helpful: 5
Superwool
Not recommended | 29 Jun 2026
59.5h played

It's very tough to give a simple yes/no review for this game, but ultimately I have to say I can't recommend it, even though it's very obvious that the devs put in a lot of effort and skill. Good points: - Art style +

Helpful: 3
cgarmonia
Recommended | 26 Jun 2026
32.5h played

Absolutely phenomenal game. The story telling and the characters are so well done. I had such an amazing time even if the game was a bit more challenging for me than the typical gamer, I never wanted to give up. I had

Helpful: 1
ZitMeatloaf
Recommended | 27 Jun 2026
27.2h played

A Zelda-like adventure RPG, I'd heard generally good but vague things about this game. I purposefully abstained from learning more about the game before purchasing it so as to not spoil anything for myself, and I'm glad

Helpful: 1
Brovada
Not recommended | 11 Jul 2026
23.4h played

Just finished Eastward. Honestly, it's a beautiful game, but the story kinda let me down in the end. The pixel art and soundtrack are easily 10/10—every location feels alive and unique. Gameplay-wise, it’s basically

Helpful: 0