Venus: The Last Ascent – a new science-fiction survival simulator focused on physics without alters

Breaking Walls – a new project from the Canadian studio

Independent Canadian company Breaking Walls, known for its adventure *Away: The Survival Series*, announced five years after its release that it is working on a new game – Venus: The Last Ascent.

What is this game?
* Genre: science‑fiction survival simulator based on physics.

* Trailer: a 30‑minute gameplay video showcasing key mechanics and atmosphere.

Plot
The astronaut’s ship crashes on Venus. To survive on this inhospitable planet, the player must become an operator of a mobile base. Unlike last year’s *The Alters*, here the hero has no one to help – every decision is made by him alone.

Key mechanics
What needs to be doneHow it is implementedBuild a house on wheelsCreate and expand the mobile base (turrets, farms, reactors).Maintain infrastructureKeep equipment operational.Collect resourcesGather materials “on the go” across various Venusian landscapes: acidic plains, glass deserts, industrial ruins.Explore the planetTravel through different zones and study their features.Defend against enemiesBlock “animated” solar combat machines that appear at dawn and attack base reactors.The mobile fortress not only allows reaching the cloud city (the final goal) but also protects the base from attacks.

Graphics
The game features 8 screenshots demonstrating various aspects of the game world and construction mechanics.

Release date and availability
* Expected release: fall 2027 on Steam.

* Before the official launch, the game will go through early access (Early Access).

* Valve’s service already offers a demo version of the project.

What do the developers promise?
* Fragmented narrative – the story unfolds gradually, depending on player actions.

* Realistic physics – object and environment interactions are based on accurate physical models.

* Unpredictable weather – Venus’s climate changes dynamically, affecting survival.

Early access will include about 10 hours of content with support for two languages: English and French.