Eastward

Eastward is an adventure game set in the near future, as society collapses and humanity reaches an all-time low. A deadly toxic presence is spreading across the land, destroying and devouring everything in its path. People who escape the miasma settle in underground villages, but a hardworking miner named John and a mysterious young girl, Sam, hope for a thriving world above. You guide the unlikely duo out of Potcrock Isle and across a decaying continent, travelling by rail and meeting new people along the way.

The world above

The cross-country railway connects bustling towns, curious campsites and shady forests. You explore settlements and a perilous landscape, meet a quirky cast of characters, and uncover a heartwarming story with wacky humour. The game also contains adult humour and mature themes.

Fight and explore

You switch between John and Sam to solve environmental puzzles and battle through formidable dungeons. They can separate to uncover hidden paths or stay together as they cross dangerous terrain. John fights peculiar monsters and ferocious bosses with weapons including a flamethrower, a cog-shooter and a frying pan; Sam can temporarily stun them with a kinetic blast.

Food and music

You prepare Eastwardian dishes using mostly fresh, organic ingredients gathered from toxic forests, potcrab farms and abandoned malls. These meals provide health bonuses, power boosts and secret boons. The soundtrack is composed by Joel Corelitz, with sound design by Hyperduck Soundworks.