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The zombies ended the world. You're going to switch it back on.
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- Developer
- Techtive Games
- Publisher
- Techtive Games
- Releases
- 2026
- Platform
- PC
About this game
When the RHAB-14 virus broke out, the world fell within weeks. Cities fell silent, order collapsed, and humanity turned into restless, mutated beings driven by hunger and rage.
Years later, civilization is nothing but a memory. Nature has reclaimed the land, power grids lie in ruins, and every day is a fight to survive.
In Ardem, you decide whom to trust, where to seek shelter, and how to survive in a world where every breath could be your last.
Ardem is an immersive open-world survival RPG that takes you into a virus-ravaged, fully interactive world. Alone or with friends, explore abandoned places, gather resources, build shelters, repair vehicles, and restore power to bring remnants of civilization back to life — or let them fade forever.
Quick Overview
- 64 km² of fully handcrafted world with hundreds of unique locations to explore.
- Player actions permanently alter the conditions and structures of the world.
- Diverse enemy types with unique behaviors and attack patterns.
- Deep base-building system with exceptional creative freedom.
- Hundreds of objects to customize and decorate your shelter.
- Dynamic electricity system with multiple power sources and uses.
- Innovative vehicle system with upgrades, modules, and customizable attachments.
- Fully customizable weapon system with attachments and modifications.
- Fully personalizable character system for appearance, gear, and playstyle.
- Dynamic temperature and clothing system that realistically simulates weather, warmth, and protection.
- Grow crops, hunt wildlife, and fish to stay alive.
- Play solo, co-op, or online with up to 64 players per server.
- Host your own server and tailor your experience. PvE, PvP, or Roleplay, your choice.
Ardem in Detail
World: Explore a 64 km² handcrafted world filled with hundreds of unique locations, hidden paths, and the abandoned remnants of past civilizations. Every corner tells its own story, from overgrown villages to sunken cities. The world not only feels alive, it reacts to you. Repair bridges, restore power grids, or secure new areas to permanently reshape the land. Your actions define an environment that evolves and grows with every exploration.
Electricity: In Ardem, power is not a given, it is survival. Every house, even your own shelter, can be fully electrified if you find or build the right energy source. Gasoline, wind, or solar, you decide how to power your network. Once the current flows, your surroundings awaken: lights flicker on, garage doors open, and outlets hum again. Energy means comfort, safety, and control over a world long fallen into darkness.
Vehicles: Vehicles in Ardem are more than transportation; they are lifelines. They help you cross dangerous lands faster and transport heavy objects, materials, or allies. But every vehicle needs maintenance and repair to stay functional. With the right equipment, you can upgrade and customize them to fit your strategy. From rugged off-road cars to heavily armored transports, each vehicle becomes an extension of your survival.
Foraging: In Ardem, how you feed yourself is your choice. The world offers countless ways to survive: gather edible plants, hunt wildlife, fish, or grow your own crops. Each method has its own risks and rewards depending on your location and preparation. Food means more than energy; it represents stability and progress. Those who plan wisely live longer.
Base Building: Build your shelter exactly the way you want it. Ardem’s dynamic base-building system allows you to freely decide where and how to use materials and which resources to combine. Your base offers protection from weather, infected, and other players, growing into a true home with every upgrade. Connect it to electricity, furnish it with hundreds of decorative items, and create a place of safety before returning to the wilderness.
We will continue to expand Ardem with new features to create an ever-evolving experience.
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