A unique VR survival experience is headed to Meta Quest with Neolithic Dawn, launching in early access on June 27. Set in the wild terrain of 10,000 BC North America, this immersive open-world game blends survival mechanics with a deep generational story, offering players a fresh take on the genre.
Developed by Neolithic LLC, Neolithic Dawn casts you as a hunter-gatherer raised by a tribe. Your mission? To reclaim your lost homeland and fulfill your destiny as the next Star Seeker. But there’s a twist — death isn’t the end. If you fall, the game continues through your child, 20 years later, in a world that has evolved in your absence.
This generational mechanic isn’t just for narrative depth. It introduces gameplay elements that reflect change over time. Seasons shift dynamically across five detailed maps, and each day-night cycle brings new challenges. While your descendants inherit your skills, structures you’ve built and items you’ve crafted remain in the world, creating a true sense of legacy.
The game promises a deep, physics-based crafting system. Players will physically shape stone tools and weapons, gather resources, and decide whether to hunt wild animals for survival or tame them as long-term allies. Survival means keeping a constant eye on hunger, thirst, and warmth — adding layers of realism to the adventure.
Whether you’re going solo or teaming up in online co-op, Neolithic Dawn aims to deliver a grounded, atmospheric VR survival experience that evolves every time you play.
The early access version of Neolithic Dawn arrives for Meta Quest on June 27, with a PC VR version currently in the works.
