ITER-8 News

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Operators! Your journey the surface awaits.

We’ve just released a brand new video that shows off everything you can do in the ITER demo!
(now live and free to play on Itch.io)

[h2]Watch the demo showcase video![/h2]
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]
[h2]Play the free demo on Itch.io today![/h2]

[h2]Want more detail?[/h2]
If you’re looking for a full breakdown of what’s packed into the demo - from tech upgrades to weather events, enemy types to replayability - we’ve got you covered.

Read the full demo content breakdown in our previous blog.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2832310/view/509580675363374500?l=english

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Hey everyone!

We’re excited to share that a brand new, free demo for ITER is now available to download and play on Itch.io, and this version will remain live indefinitely!

Whether you're completely new to ITER or just itching to jump back in after the recent playtest, this version gives you a great slice of the surface loop, packed with content, polish, and replayability.

Each run can take anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes, with around 4 to 8 hours of gameplay available depending on your approach. This demo represents roughly 15–20% of the full game and is built to be replayed, experimented with, and pushed to its limits.

[h2]🔗 Check out the ITER Itch.io page here![/h2]



[h2]Demo Highlights[/h2]

[h3]> Free to Play & No Time Limit [/h3]
Experience the Demo at your own pace.


[h3]> Progress up to the First Boss Fight[/h3]


[h3]> Designed for Multiple Playthroughs[/h3]
- Meta progression that unlocks new upgrades between runs.
- Randomized abilities, weather events and temporary upgrades to keep each run fresh!
- Tower upgrades that evolve how you defend your base.



[h3]> Enhanced Visuals and Improved Gameplay[/h3]


[h2]Let Us Know What You Think![/h2]
We’re always looking to hear from the community, so if you give the demo a try, please consider dropping your thoughts on the Steam Discussions, in our Discord or over in our Itch Community.
We’d love to know how your runs went, what you enjoyed, and what you’d like to see more of.

Thanks so much for your support, and we hope you enjoy your time on the surface!

[h2]Full Demo Content[/h2]


[h2]How to Download and Install the Demo[/h2]
[h3]- Head over to https://fluckymachine.itch.io/iter[/h3]

[h3]- Scroll down and click the Download Button to start the download[/h3]


[h3]- Extract the .Zip File[/h3]


[h3]- Open the Iter_ File[/h3]


[h3]- Run ITER.EXE[/h3]

Hey folks!

Just a quick update, our public playtest for ITER has officially ended.

A huge thank-you to everyone who jumped in, explored, mined, exploded, and gave us feedback. It’s been incredibly helpful, and we’re already working on the next phase.

This won’t be the last time you’ll see ITER in playable form, more news and more updates are coming soon.

Until next time!
- The ITER Team

Greetings, both current and prospective Operators!

The ITER Corporation is pleased to announce that the Open Playtest for ITER will begin RIGHT NOW!



This is your privileged opportunity to get your hands dirty on the surface, experiencing the rigorous training regime (via our brand-new tutorial!) and proving your expendable worth by progressing up to your first major confrontation with the local unscheduled resistance.

[h2]How to Participate[/h2]
Head to the ITER Steam Store Page to download the Open Playtest Demo and begin your contribution to the Undercity's survival effort. Remember, resources are scarce, and Operators are numerous. Don't let your potential go to waste!

[h2]Share Your Feedback[/h2]
Besides the standard Resource Extraction and Defence protocols, your secondary objective is to provide VALUABLE FEEDBACK.

ITER Corp values efficiency. We will look to enhance our operational procedures based on your unique surface experiences (assuming your experience report isn't lost in the data void upon your inevitable demise).

Please utilise one of the following approved channels for submitting your feedback and operational insights:

[h3]- ITER Playtest Feedback Form[/h3]
[h3]- Steam Discussion Forums[/h3]

Thank you for your compliance. We look forward to hearing your feedback and are excited for you to experience ITER!

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Hey everyone! 👋

We just wanted to give you a little update and a look behind-the-scenes at where we're at with ITER!

Firstly, a BIG thanks to everyone who took part in our playtest last November. Your comments have been super helpful, and we'll be continuing to build our game while taking your feedback on board. Thanks, Operators! 🚀

[h3]The Great Undercity has had an upgrade... [/h3]



So far this year we've been hard at work on our survival space game, and we've been having loads of fun improving features and tweaking the art. We've been experimenting with the landscape of the Undercity, giving the environment more of an out-of-this-universe feel!



[h3]A trip down memory lane! [/h3]

We also thought it'd be cool to share some of the concept art and designs that we contemplated. Here's how our hard-working Operator buddy came to be:



We loved all these versions, but feel the final Operator looks humble, brave, and willing to get the job done! We also have some early concepts of the enemies that'll attack your base:



We'll share the final designs of these baddies in the near future! 🛸

In the meantime, we'll get back to building our game and making it as awesome as possible. Talk soon!

- fluckyMachine

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