
Substratum
A downloadable game for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Substratum is a creepy exploration game with 6 degrees of freedom. Pilot your craft along mind contorting tunnels, fight creepy enemies, explore ruins of an expedition gone wrong, and gather resources to survive the journey. Don't get lost in the layers below.
Controls
| WASD+Shift/Ctrl | Translation |
| Mouse+E/Q | Rotation |
| Left Mouse | Mining Laser |
| Right Mouse | Cannon |
| Middle Mouse | Flare Launcher |
| R | Recall all Flares |
Installation
Mac OS:
- Download and open the
.dmgfile, then drag the app into your Applications folder. - Double-click the app to launch it (macOS will show a warning dialog and block it).
- Open System Settings > Privacy & Security.
- Scroll down to the Security section and click "Open Anyway" next to the game.
- Confirm with your password/Touch ID when prompted.
Windows:
- Download and extract the
.zipfile. - Launch the
.exefile. - If Windows SmartScreen blocks the game:
- Click "More info".
- Click "Run anyway".
Linux:
- Download and unpack the .tar.gz archive.
- launch substratum.sh via console or double-click.
| Published | 1 day ago |
| Status | In development |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Authors | hzzzln, Tinog |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Tags | Creepy, underwater, Voxel |
| Content | No generative AI was used |





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