Releasing 13 November 2026 · PC + PS5 · free demo on Steam
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DERELIKT FAQ

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A crew lounge with red armchairs, a low table and a SAFE door in DERELIKT
A crew lounge: one of the outpost’s quieter rooms. Official DERELIKT screenshot via the Terminals.io press centre. © Visuwyg / Hyperstrange.
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Release and platforms

When does DERELIKT release?

DERELIKT releases on 13 November 2026 for PC and PlayStation 5. The PC release covers Steam, GOG and the Epic Games Store. The Xbox Series version has been announced, but its release date was not listed on the Xbox Store page reviewed on 3 November 2026.

Is DERELIKT out now?

Not yet. As of 3 November 2026 the full game is 10 days from release. A free PC demo is available on Steam now and covers the opening section of Von Neumann Outpost.

What platforms is DERELIKT on?

PC via Steam, GOG and the Epic Games Store, plus PlayStation 5 on 13 November 2026. An Xbox Series X|S page exists, but the release date is still unconfirmed. No PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch version has been announced.

Is DERELIKT on PS5?

Yes. The PlayStation.Blog announced a PS5 release on 13 November 2026, the same day as PC. The post also advertised a 10% pre-order discount on the PlayStation Store.

Is DERELIKT on Xbox?

An Xbox Series X|S store page exists, with single-player, Series X|S optimisation, achievements, cloud saves and Play Anywhere listed. However, the page reviewed on 3 November 2026 displayed no release date. Treat the Xbox date as TBA.

How much does DERELIKT cost?

The publisher has not issued a standalone price announcement in the sources reviewed. The PlayStation.Blog advertises a 10% PS5 pre-order discount, and the Epic Games Store US listing was tracked at $24.99 by PSPrices on 3 November 2026. Regional pricing varies, so check the store checkout rather than treating one listing as universal.

Is there a physical edition?

No physical edition has been announced. All confirmed listings are digital: Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store and PlayStation Store.

What time does DERELIKT unlock?

An exact unlock time has not been announced. The release date is 13 November 2026. The site countdown uses local midnight as a date marker, not a confirmed unlock time.

Demo and gameplay

Is there a DERELIKT demo?

Yes. A free demo is available on PC via Steam. It covers the opening section of Von Neumann Outpost and introduces exploration, combat, supply searching and the game’s puzzle-led structure. A PS5 demo has not been confirmed.

How long is the demo?

No official playtime is published. We do not repeat fan estimates as fact. The official description only says it covers the opening section of the outpost.

Is DERELIKT multiplayer or co-op?

No. DERELIKT is a single-player first-person game. Steam, GOG and Xbox list single-player only, with no co-op or competitive multiplayer mode announced.

How many levels does DERELIKT have?

The official GOG feature list says there are 12 levels in and around the dark space outpost, with subtle Metroidvania-style progression and backtracking. The playtime is not announced.

What kind of game is DERELIKT?

It is a narrative retro FPS with survival-horror resource management, exploration, dialogue and puzzles. It is inspired by Alien Resurrection, System Shock 2 and Doom 3, with a dash of cosmic horror.

Does DERELIKT have weapon upgrades?

Yes: the official feature list mentions a unique glyph upgrade system. Official screenshots show Damage, Vitality and Dexterity paths, and a preview reports that inspecting glyph fragments costs health before opening an upgrade slot. Exact numbers are not public.

Can I turn off the PS1 effects?

The PlayStation.Blog says players can toggle effects on and off to match their taste. The exact settings menu is not public; the statement covers the full game.

Is there controller support?

GOG lists controller support, and the console versions use controllers. PC keyboard and mouse support is expected but not separately detailed in the store copy reviewed.

Story and characters

What is DERELIKT about?

You arrive at Von Neumann Outpost, grafted onto an anomalous asteroid in Saturn’s orbit, as an outside contractor investigating the missing Excavation Team Delta. The station is failing, the survivors are hiding things, and something ancient is active inside the rock.

Who are the confirmed DERELIKT characters?

Official screenshots confirm four named NPCs: Dr. Vloonikov, Louis Hartman, Peter Conrad and Julie Collier. Each has a visible first line. The game is said to contain over a dozen NPCs, so this is not a full roster.

What is “the old song”?

The itch.io story description says speaking to the outpost’s scientists reveals tales of “the old song” worming its way into their heads. Its origin and mechanical role are not explained in the public material.

Is DERELIKT related to any other game?

DERELIKT is an original game developed by Visuwyg and published by Hyperstrange. The official material does not present it as a sequel or adaptation. Similar-looking titles should be checked against the official store page.

PC and practical details

What are the DERELIKT system requirements?

Epic Games Store lists Windows 10, a 2.4GHz dual-core processor or better, 8GB RAM, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M and DirectX 11 for both minimum and recommended. Storage is not listed. Steam and GOG currently show placeholder “Toaster Spec” values, so Epic is the most concrete official baseline.

What engine does DERELIKT use?

The engine has not been publicly confirmed in the sources reviewed. The site will not infer an engine from the visual style.

Does DERELIKT support English?

Yes. Steam and GOG list English interface, audio and subtitles. No other languages were listed in the store data reviewed.

What is the age rating?

ESRB Teen, with content descriptors for violence, blood and use of tobacco. The rating appears on Epic, Xbox and the official press centre.

Is DERELIKT on Steam Deck?

No Steam Deck verification or compatibility rating was confirmed in the sources reviewed. The console and PC release status is clear; handheld status is not.

Who develops and publishes DERELIKT?

It is developed by Visuwyg, the studio of creator and art director Philipp Jensen, and published by Hyperstrange. It has been in development in some form since late 2021.

FAQ sources

  1. DERELIKT — official press centreTerminals.io / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  2. ‘90s style sci-fi horror Derelikt launches Nov 13 on PS5PlayStation.Blog · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  3. Retro Sci-Fi-Inspired FPS DERELIKT Launches on PC in NovemberTerminals.io / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  4. Your Steam Next Fest Mission: Survive Von Neumann OutpostTerminals.io / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  5. DERELIKT on SteamValve / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  6. DERELIKT Demo on SteamValve / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  7. DERELIKT — GOG.comGOG / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  8. DERELIKT — Epic Games StoreEpic Games / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  9. DERELIKT — Xbox StoreMicrosoft / Hyperstrange · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  10. DERELIKT Preview – PS1 Horror Runs Deep In Its Alien-Infested StationNoisy Pixel · accessed 3 Nov 2026
  11. DERELIKT — price listingPSPrices · accessed 3 Nov 2026