A new open-world survival game is making waves on Steam. StarRupture, developed by Creepy Jar, has already sold over 500,000 copies just two weeks after its Early Access release on January 6, 2026. Players have left more than 6,000 reviews, giving it a Very Positive rating. Fans are praising its base building, exploration, and combat.
StarRupture draws comparisons to Satisfactory, Coffee Stain Studios’ hit factory-building game. However, it adds its own twists. The game is set on the hostile alien planet Aracadia-7. Players must not only build and automate their bases but also survive aggressive creatures and environmental hazards. Dynamic weather, combat, and exploration all play a major role, giving the game a faster pace than typical base-building titles.
SteamDB reports that StarRupture has reached over 42,000 players at its peak. It is now among Steam’s top 20 sellers. Its success is helped by its familiar mechanics for fans of Satisfactory, while also offering combat, survival, and open-world exploration that set it apart.
The game can be played solo or with up to four players in cooperative multiplayer. Many players say teaming up with friends makes base building and combat more exciting. This emphasis on survival and combat makes StarRupture feel more threatening and alive than other factory-building games.
Creepy Jar has shared a roadmap for Early Access in 2026. Planned updates include performance optimizations, new combat mechanics, more wildlife, improved building tools, accessibility options, and quality-of-life improvements like controller support and better UI. Dedicated servers are also promised, showing the developer’s commitment to a personalized experience.
Some current complaints include bugs, optimization issues, tedious UI, and a sense of lacking direction. Despite this, the game’s rapid Early Access success shows strong community interest and enthusiasm.
StarRupture combines familiar base-building mechanics with fresh twists. Its half-a-million sales milestone proves it can stand out in a crowded Steam market. With more updates planned and a fully realized world coming later in 2026, StarRupture is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Early Access games of the year.
