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Role-playing (RPG)

Core Keeper

Core Keeper came out on August 27, 2024 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Linux. It is developed by Pugstorm and published by Fireshine Games.

Last checked · Source: IGDB, official site

At a glance
ReleasedAug 27, 2024
Price$19.99Steam US
PlatformsPC · PS5 +68 platforms

Key facts

Release date
August 27, 2024
Platforms
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Linux
Developer
Pugstorm
Publisher
Fireshine Games
Genres
Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Adventure, Indie
Critic rating
86/100
Price

How much is Core Keeper?

$19.99

On Steam (US store).

View on Steam

Source: Steam, checked . Base game on Steam’s US store; editions, other platforms and other regions can be priced differently.

PC specs

Core Keeper PC system requirements

OSMinimumWindows 10 64-bitRecommendedWindows 10 64-bit
ProcessorMinimumIntel Core i5-2300 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200RecommendedIntel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
MemoryMinimum8 GB RAMRecommended8 GB RAM
GraphicsMinimumGeForce GTX 460 / Radeon HD 5850RecommendedGeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 280X
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Languages (13)
English, Simplified Chinese, Thai, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish - Spain, French, Italian, Portuguese - Brazil, Traditional Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian
Controller support
Full controller support
On Steam for
Windows, SteamOS / Linux

Source: Steam store page, checked . Requirements can change before and after launch; Steam’s page is the current word.

Trailer

About Core Keeper

Explore an endless cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.

Storyline

Drawn towards a mysterious relic, you are an explorer who awakens in an ancient cavern of creatures, resources and trinkets. Trapped deep underground will your survival skills be up to the task?

Screenshots

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FAQ

Core Keeper: common questions

Answered from the data on this page: IGDB, last checked November 2, 2026, and Steam or other sources where an answer names them.

When did Core Keeper come out?

Core Keeper came out on August 27, 2024 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Linux.

Is Core Keeper out yet?

Yes. Core Keeper came out on August 27, 2024 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Linux.

How much does Core Keeper cost?

Core Keeper costs $19.99 on Steam (US store), as of November 2, 2026. Prices on other platforms and in other regions can differ.

What platforms is Core Keeper on?

Core Keeper is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Linux.

Is Core Keeper on PC?

Yes. PC is one of the confirmed platforms, alongside PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Linux.

What are the Core Keeper PC requirements?

Steam lists the minimum PC spec for Core Keeper as Intel Core i5-2300 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200, 8 GB RAM and GeForce GTX 460 / Radeon HD 5850. The recommended spec is Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, 8 GB RAM and GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 280X. The full minimum and recommended table is in the PC system requirements section above.

Who is making Core Keeper?

Core Keeper is developed by Pugstorm and published by Fireshine Games.

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