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1-Year Anniversary Sale: 30% OFF until March 3!

[h3]Dear Survivors![/h3]

[h3]Our 1-Year Early Access Anniversary is almost here![/h3]

Time flies when you're on an incredible journey, and we can’t believe it’s nearly been a year since we launched into Early Access! To celebrate, we’re offering a special 30% off for a limited time! 🌴

Whether you've been with us from the start or are just stepping onto the island, now’s the perfect time to dive in! 🔥

But that’s not all—we’ll soon share exciting news about the next major patch! Big things are on the horizon, and we can't wait to show you what’s next.

Thank you for being part of this adventure!

If you need assistance with surviving, join our Bootstrap Island Discord - other survivors will be waiting for you! 🌴

The Survival Journal will provide you with advanced tips to enhance your survival skills 🥥






Two Survival Worlds, One Epic VR Bundle! 🔥🏆

[h3]About this bundle![/h3]

🏆 Two of the most standout indie VR games of 2024—both recognized with the "Best of Steam VR 2024" award—come together in this bundle. Experience two unique survival adventures, each pushing the limits of immersion. 🔥

[h3]Bootstrap Island 🏝️ – Stranded, Alone, Fighting to Survive[/h3]
Shipwrecked on a mysterious 17th-century island, you must adapt, explore, and endure. Brave the deadly jungle, face vicious beasts, and uncover the island’s dark secrets - where every choice could mean life or death.

[h3]CONVRGENCE ☢️ – Survive the Anomaly Zone[/h3]
Venture into the heart of the Chernokamensk Anomaly Zone with your faithful four-legged friend. Scavenge for supplies, face ruthless bandits, and hunt down mysterious artifacts—before the horrors of the night awaken.

Two worlds. Two journeys. One ultimate survival bundle.

[h3]Are you ready?[/h3]


Weeklong Deal: 20% OFF until Jan 20!

[h3]Dear Survivors![/h3]

🌴🔥 A fiery weeklong deal is here—Bootstrap Island is 20% OFF on Steam from January 13–20! 🏝️

Think you’ve got what it takes to survive the island and conquer its challenges? Now’s the perfect time to test your skills! 💪

If you need assistance with surviving, join our Bootstrap Island Discord - other survivors will be waiting for you! 🌴

The Survival Journal will provide you with advanced tips to enhance your survival skills🥥














Bootstrap Island – 30% Off During the Steam Winter Sale!


[h3]Survivors, it’s time to celebrate the holidays in the tropics!🔥[/h3]

The Steam Winter Sale is here, and Bootstrap Island is 30% off! ❄️ Escape the cold and dive into a warm, tropical adventure. Gather resources, face the mighty Jungle Overlord, and thrive in the lush jungles of Bootstrap Island! 🏝️

[h3]We've also updated our Demo! [/h3]

The demo allows you to explore and survive in the world of Bootstrap Island for one in-game day. While it offers a taste of the features and systems in the full Early Access version, the clock is ticking—you’ll need to strategize and make the most of your time on the island. 💪 The best part? You can replay the demo as many times as you want! 🔥

🌴 Share your survival tips and holiday tales on Discord!

🌴 Need a little help? Check out our survival videos on the Bootstrap Island YouTube Channel

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Bootstrap Island Demo is Out Now!

[h2]Survive a Ruthless 17th-Century Challenge in VR[/h2]

Maru VR is thrilled to announce the release of the Bootstrap Island Demo, offering players a chance to dive into the immersive roguelike VR survival game. Set in a harsh 17th-century environment, the demo lets players explore and survive for one in-game day, showcasing the core features of the full Early Access version.

[h3]Key Demo Highlights:[/h3]
  • Ruthless Roguelike Survival: Intense sessions where success depends on strategy and skill.
  • Dynamic Open World Makes for A Unique Experience Every Time:
    Randomized resources and realistic systems like day-night cycles, fire, and liquid mechanics.
  • Replayability: Replay the demo as many times as you like to master survival tactics.

The full Bootstrap Island Early Access game removes all time restrictions, offering endless exploration and challenges in a lush, dangerous wilderness.

Creative Director Rein Zobel says:
The demo is a perfect introduction for those who want to experience the intensity of survival in Bootstrap Island. With no restrictions on how many times you play, it’s a great way to learn the basics before taking on the full Early Access experience.

[h3]Bootstrap Island is available on Steam Early Access![/h3]

🌴 Join Bootstrap Island Discord to share your survival adventures and ask for tips from other survivors!

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