Primal Planet

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91% | Very Positive
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Primal Planet is a solo developed metroidvania that combines survival and crafting elements with a pixel-perfect aesthetic and an action-packed story
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About Primal Planet

About this game

Primal Planet is a solo developed metroidvania that combines survival and crafting elements with a pixel-perfect aesthetic and an action-packed story, and it's all taking place on a lush planet filled with dinosaurs.

Uncover the Story

Embark on a thrilling journey as you follow the gripping tale of a cave dweller fighting to protect his family. Survive a brutal T-Rex attack and uncover a narrative blending the wild with intriguing sci-fi twists. Forge unexpected alliances as you unravel the truth behind an alien presence.

Adapt and Survive

Survival in the wilderness demands cunning. Use natural resources to craft vital tools, weapons, and mixtures for healing and protection. Gain experience and upgrade your skills to overcome the countless dangers of a primal planet.

Explore the Primeval

Discover diverse biomes, each with unique challenges and secrets. Traverse dense forests, sprawling plains, treacherous mountains, and mysterious ocean depths where danger awaits. Encounter a vast array of dinosaurs, from the majestic Apatosaurus to the terrifying Carnotaurus, each perfectly adapted to its habitat.

Fight and Be Clever

Experience gameplay blending combat and strategy. Adapt to face ancient beasts and aliens alike. Tailor tactics, use crafted weapons, bait, traps, and stealth to master encounters with regular and boss enemies. Every confrontation tests your skill and cunning.

Play Local Co-op

Team up with a friend in local co-op where player 2 can jump in at any time as Sino the nimble sinosauropteryx, your faithful companion. Work together to overcome obstacles, solve puzzles, and battle foes as your bond strengthens, skills increase and Sino grows up to become a fierce and loyal friend.

In Primal Planet, your journey from a humble cave dweller to the planet's last hope is filled with danger, wonder, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Are you ready to rise to the challenge?

Game Details

Platform:
steam
Release Date:
July 28, 2025
Developer:
Seethingswarm
Publisher:
Pretty Soon
Supported Languages:
English
Link:
Genres:
Exploration
Metroidvania

Crafting

Action

2D Platformer

Action-Adventure

Platformer

Adventure
Themes:
Emotional
Dinosaurs

Pixel Graphics

Side Scroller

Nature

Atmospheric

Family Friendly
Play Styles:
Local Co-Op
Co-op

Combat

2D

Singleplayer
Features:
Singleplayer
Multiplayer

Co-op

Shared/split screen co-op

Shared/split screen

Steam achievements

Full controller support

Custom volume controls

Keyboard only option

Playable without timed input

Stereo sound

Steam cloud

Remote play together

Family sharing

Product Requirements

Minimum:

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 or later
  • Processor: 3.0 GHz processor or better
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Radeon RX 560 or better
  • Storage: 400 MB available space

Recommended:

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Critic Reviews

77

Tech-Gaming

80 / 100
"Primal Planet rekindles metroidvania magic with its lush Jurassic setting and delightfully perilous exploration. Even in a genre crowded with competitors, this indie standout...

Gamer.no

80 / 100
"Primal Planet is a gorgeous and dinosaur filled adventure that can stand tall next to the best metroidvania games out there."

Malditos Nerds

80 / 100
"Primal Planet is a pixel art metroidvania with survival mechanics, free exploration, RPG-style progression, and an emotional story without dialogue, starring a caveman and his...
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Primal Planet is Steam Deck Verified. Valve’s testing indicates that Primal Planet is Verified on Steam Deck. This game is fully functional on Steam Deck, and works great with the built-in controls and display.
  • This game's default graphics configuration performs well on Steam Deck
  • In-game interface text is legible on Steam Deck
  • This game shows Steam Deck controller icons
  • All functionality is accessible when using the default controller configuration
Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 or later
  • Processor: 3.0 GHz processor or better
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Radeon RX 560 or better
  • Storage: 400 MB available space
Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
72% of critics on Metacritic recommend Primal Planet. The Metascore is 77 out of 100.
Primal Planet was released on July 28, 2025
Primal Planet is published by Pretty Soon
Primal Planet was developed by Seethingswarm
Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as Exploration, Metroidvania, Crafting, and Action
Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as Emotional, Dinosaurs, Pixel Graphics, and Side Scroller
Yes. Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as having Local Co-Op
Yes. Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as having Co-op
Yes. Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as having Singleplayer
Yes, Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as Exploration
Yes, Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as Metroidvania
Yes, Fanatical users tagged Primal Planet as Crafting

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