Aground Zero RPG Gives New Life to Base-Building Games
Aground Zero RPG is getting ready to launch the colony sim and base-building game on Linux, Steam Deck, as well as Windows PC soon. All thanks to the creative minds at Fancy Fish Games. Which is still going strong via Steam Early Access with 90% Very Positive reviews.
Big news for fans of base-building and survival games— Aground Zero RPG is officially launching out of Early Access on April 4th! After a year of community-driven updates and improvements, Fancy Fish is finally bringing the full 1.0 experience to Linux and Steam Deck.
If you’ve been holding off on diving into Aground Zero RPG, now’s the perfect time. This voxel-style colony sim and base-building RPG takes place in the same universe as Aground (2020) but brings a new 3D spin to the adventure. Whether you played the original or not, you can jump right in and start building, exploring, and maybe even taking to the stars.
Survive, Build, and Explore – Solo or with Friends
The world as we knew it is gone. You wake up deep underground with nothing but a quirky AI companion to guide you. Your mission? Find survivors, rebuild civilization, and reach the surface — and beyond. But how you do it is entirely up to you. Science, magic, dragons, spaceships—yes, spaceships! Aground Zero RPG has it all in the mix. And with multiplayer, you can team up with friends for co-op survival, whether on the couch, locally, or online. While offering solid Xbox controller support, which you can find on Amazon.
Aground Zero RPG 1.0 Trailer
What’s New Since Early Access?
Over the past year, Fancy Fish has packed in tons of content, shaped by player feedback. Here’s some of what you’ll find in Aground Zero RPG at launch:
Multiplayer – Play with friends locally or online
Multiple story endings – Your choices matter
Spaceships! – Build, customize, and explore the cosmos
Dragons – Raise, evolve, and ride them into battle
Magic & Science paths – Become a spell-slinging wizard or a tech-savvy inventor
The Shattered Moon – Build a moon base, because why not?
New planets & space stations – Expand your reach beyond Earth
The title will also launch with full translations in seven languages—French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and English. so even more players can enjoy the adventure.
The Team Behind Aground Zero RPG
Fancy Fish is a small indie studio led by a husband - and - wife duo, known for crafting unique, quirky titles like Aground (which became a hit in 2020). They’ve poured their passion into development, making it a release where creativity, survival, and exploration collide in the best way possible.
You can wishlist or buy Aground Zero colony sim and base-building RPG on Steam Early Access now. Along with support for Linux, Steam Deck (verified), and Windows PC. If you also want to stay in the loop, join the official Discord for updates. Also, don’t forget to check out the game’s original soundtrack by Chase Bethea, available for pre-order now.
Mark your calendars — April 4th is when the 1.0 launch takes flight. Whether you’re into colony sims, space adventures, or just like a good survival challenge, this one’s got something for you!