Athanasia is a first-person dinosaur horror immersive sim that arrives in Steam Early Access on October 19, 2026 with the first 3 of 6 planned areas, which is about half the game. The developers confirm that you hack computers, jimmy open doors, refuel machines and combine items into improvised weapons, distractions and traps. As of the latest information we could find, they have not published puzzle solutions, door hack codes, generator spots, crafting recipes or weapon and ammo locations. This guide covers what is confirmed and how to play it safely, and it will grow as players document the game.
Summary: Athanasia Walkthrough Guide
- Release: Steam Early Access, October 19, 2026, from Momentum Games and publisher Black Lantern Collective.
- Content: the first 3 areas, about half of the intended length, with 6 areas planned for 1.0.
- Systems: hacking, door picking, refueling machines and item combining are confirmed.
- Recipes and codes: no official molotov or bandage recipe, door code or generator location is published.
- Price: a lower Early Access price is promised, and the amount is not shown in the pages we could read.
- 1.0: planned for the middle of 2027, with possible delays.
What Is Athanasia?
Athanasia is an immersive horror shooter set in an abandoned research facility overrun with prehistoric predators. You play Carmen Flores, a researcher and explorer called to investigate a mysterious facility in South America after reports of disappearances and strange phenomena. The developers say it is inspired by classics such as System Shock and Dino Crisis.
The pitch is about wits, not firepower. The store page tells you to outthink and outmaneuver the brute strength of your ancient adversaries. A GameSpot report adds that the story involves dinosaurs that traveled through time, and that the game hints at a second enemy type hidden from the trailers.
The facility is under a lockdown, so progress means opening new paths. Steam describes it as a labyrinth where you hack into computers, jimmy open doors and refuel machines. You can read the full description on the official Athanasia Steam page.
Release Date, Price and Early Access Status
The Steam page lists October 19, 2026 as the release date. The studio’s own post says the Early Access version includes the first half of the game, with the second half still in development.
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Release | October 19, 2026 on Steam |
| Developer | Momentum Games LLC |
| Publisher | Black Lantern Collective, per the Steam page |
| Early Access content | The first 3 areas, about half of the intended length |
| Planned full game | 6 distinct areas, with more enemies and weapons |
| Version 1.0 | Around the middle of 2027, with possible delays |
| Price | Lower during Early Access, and the studio plans to raise it at full release |
| Mode | Single-player |
| Language | English |
Two cautions apply. First, the Steam page we could read was a pre-launch snapshot that showed no price and no reviews, so confirm both in your own store. Second, an older listing named a different publisher, so rely on the current Steam page for that detail. The studio says level design, graphical assets and polishing make up most of the remaining work, which means areas may change during Early Access.
Puzzle Solutions: What Is Confirmed
No verified puzzle solution exists yet. The game launched at the same moment this guide went up, and the developers have not published a walkthrough. Therefore, this section lists the mechanics that the official page confirms, instead of inventing codes.
| Mechanic | What the developers say | What is not published |
|---|---|---|
| Hacking | You hack into computers | Which terminals, and any codes |
| Doors | You jimmy open doors | Which doors, and any required tools |
| Refueling | You refuel machines to open new paths | Which machines and where the fuel is |
| Logs | You find audio logs of those who lived and died there | What each log reveals |
| Caches | You find caches of vital equipment | Where the caches sit |
Because the studio has not said whether codes are fixed or change between runs, do not trust a code you see in an early video. A safer method is to treat each lock as a puzzle with clues nearby. The Steam page says the environment is highly interactive, and it promises hidden pathways and forgotten secrets. In practice, search the room before you leave it.
How to Craft Molotovs and Bandages
The official feature list says you find and combine resources to craft essential tools and items. The store text also says you can combine items to create improvised weapons, distractions, traps and more. Beyond that, the sources we found do not list a recipe for a molotov or a bandage.
So we cannot give you ingredient lists. What we can do is explain how to find them safely:
- Pick up everything early. The tags include Inventory Management and Resource Management, so carrying space and materials matter.
- Combine items in your inventory. The developers say items combine, so test pairs when you are safe.
- Keep spares of key items. If a combination uses up an item, you can retry.
- Do not experiment near enemies. Crafting in a quiet room costs less than crafting mid-fight.
We will add confirmed recipes once players document them. Until then, any exact recipe you read is a guess unless it comes from a source that shows the in-game result.
Weapons and Ammo Locations
The developers promise a wide arsenal of weapons and equipment in the final game, and they say most enemy and item types are already implemented in Early Access. Steam describes weapons, tools and deadly weapons that you must use strategically. Yet there is no published list of weapons, no ammo count and no location table.
What you can rely on is the design intent. The store page says to conserve scarce resources and pick your fights wisely. That suggests ammo is limited and that avoiding fights is a valid choice. The page also says to find caches of vital equipment, so rooms off the main route may hold supplies.
Beginner Survival Tips for Dinosaur Horror
These tips come directly from the developers’ descriptions, not from tested play.
- Learn your enemy. The store page says to gather knowledge of your foes and surroundings, so watch how each creature behaves before you engage.
- Pick fights wisely. Resources are scarce, and the page warns you not to underestimate the enemy.
- Use stealth and wits. The key features list stealth, wit and an arsenal of weapons as ways to overcome encounters.
- Expect smart enemies. A 2024 report on the demo said the enemy AI reacts to you and your surroundings, so even small creatures can be a threat.
- Read the audio logs. They tell the story and may hold clues, though the studio has not confirmed that they contain solutions.
- Try the demo first. The studio announced a Steam demo in April 2024, and it is a low-risk way to learn the controls. Check whether it is still listed.
If you like horror games where your choices matter, see our Dead by Daylight survivor intent system guide for another take on surviving a hunter.
PC System Requirements
The Steam listing gives the following specs. Note that the memory line shows megabytes, which is almost certainly a typo for gigabytes, so confirm it on the store page.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 or later (Steam itself now needs Windows 10) | Windows 10 |
| Processor | 2.4 GHz dual core | 2.4 GHz dual core |
| Memory | Listed as 4 MB | Listed as 8 MB |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 or equivalent | Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 or equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 9.0 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 2 GB | 2 GB |
The requirements are modest, which fits a small studio’s retro-style shooter. Even so, the recommended graphics card listed is older than the minimum card in many modern games, so treat the numbers as a starting point.
Common Mistakes and Clarifications
- Trusting unverified codes. Nothing official exists yet.
- Expecting a complete game. Early Access covers about half of the planned content.
- Forgetting the price will rise. The studio plans to increase it at 1.0.
- Assuming the demo matches the final game. The studio is still polishing areas.
- Wasting ammo. The developers stress scarce resources and choosing fights.
- Skipping the audio logs. They are part of the exploration loop.
Conclusion
Athanasia gives you half a dinosaur horror game in Early Access and a clear set of systems: hack, jimmy, refuel and craft. The developers have not published codes, recipes or item locations, so explore carefully and keep your resources. Check the Steam page for price, reviews and updates, and come back as the community documents the first three areas.
FAQs
When does Athanasia release?
It arrives in Steam Early Access on October 19, 2026.
How much of the game is in Early Access?
The first 3 areas, which is about half of the intended length. The full game is planned for 6 areas.
Where are the door hack codes and generator locations?
The developers have not published them. Search each room for clues, and check the audio logs.
How do I craft a molotov or bandage?
The studio says you combine items into tools and improvised weapons, but it has not published recipes.
Is Athanasia multiplayer?
No. Steam lists it as single-player.
When does Athanasia leave Early Access?
The studio plans version 1.0 around the middle of 2027, with possible delays.
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