In response to fan feedback, the new ‘Survival Mode’ allows players to play the game without the restrictions of the main campaign.
Neolithic Dawn, a survival game set in the neolithic era, started out in Early Access on Quest in June 2025 followed by PC VR in September. Both versions went to full release in December 2025.
The latest update from developer Neolithic LLC adds a fan-requested quick play ‘Survival Mode’ option. This new mode has every map unlocked and is free of any objectives and story-based missions to complete, designed for players looking for a more open, sandbox survival experience.
The update also expands the Saugeen Bluffs area, adds support for bHaptics vests, and improves the main menu interface and inventory system.
We went hands-on during the Early Access period and had a mostly positive experience despite the bugs and jank to be expected in Early Access titles. In our hands-on piece, we said “Exploring the world is wonderful. Environments are vast and varied. There are moments of pure wonder and true terror.”
Neolithic Dawn Hands-On: Survival Of The Fittest
VR survival game Neolithic Dawn recently entered early access on Quest.
Neolithic Dawn is available now on Steam and Meta Quest for $19.99.
