The Anacrusis

The Anacrusis is a sci-fi first-person shooter for 1–8 players, set in the distant future as humanity fights an alien infestation on the fringes of the galaxy. Play through the first season’s story as four unlikely survivors—Nessa, Guion, Liu and Lance—who are drawn into the battle to defend humanity. Playing further unlocks more of the mystery behind the alien attack.

Survive the infestation

Work together against alien hordes using an arsenal of classic sci-fi weapons and gadgets. Stasis grenades buy time, shield grenades provide instant cover while you heal, and the Respawner brings friends back to life. The laser rifle can burn both allies and enemies.

The AI Driver controls every aspect of the game: spawning enemies, directing bosses and placing weapons, gadgets and health kits. It adjusts the challenge to your skill level and shapes how each battle unfolds.

Game modes

You can play four-player co-op, or enter Versus mode as either the survivors or the aliens. Survivors must reach the end of a level while the aliens try to stop them. Teams of 2, 3 or 4 players can play Versus, and private matches let you practise as the aliens against bots. Solo Versus against bots is also available.

Perks and mods

Matter compilers found throughout the game give you access to dozens of perks that change how you play. Upgrades can power up the last-resort pistol or strengthen your defense by supercharging your shield pulse. You unlock perks as you play and share them with your team.

Steam Workshop support includes community-made campaigns, holdout maps, character skins, character accessories, gun charms and animations. Mods you load are automatically displayed to your friends during play. Community weapons can also be enabled, including more outlandish creations from the Workshop.