Elsewhere

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Elsewhere is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Four White Cats and was released on October 24, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Elsewhere is an epic open-world game blending exploration, resource gathering, and building with both technological and magical progression. Players can venture through procedurally generated landscapes filled with monsters, ancient ruins, and castles, advancing from medieval tools to advanced fusion power. It supports single-player and cooperative multiplayer gameplay for up to two players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game captures the essence of classic Minecraft modpacks, particularly Tekkit, and offers a fresh experience with a wealth of content and engaging quests.
It's highly addictive and provides a nostalgic feel reminiscent of early Minecraft, while also being optimized for performance and stability.
The developer is very active and responsive to community feedback, which bodes well for future updates and improvements.

The game has a bit of a learning curve and can be janky in some areas, which may deter new players.
Multiplayer setup is cumbersome, requiring multiple instances of the launcher to host and join games.
Some players have experienced technical issues, such as crashes and bugs that affect gameplay.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The story aspect of the game features a quest-driven narrative that effectively guides players through its mechanics, blending elements from Minecraft and Vintage Story. While there is an initial learning curve, the engaging quests and random rewards keep players entertained and motivated. Overall, the story enhances the gameplay experience by providing structure and excitement.
- “The quest log really helps keep you busy with tasks and rewards, and the rewards have an element of RNG that is a lot of fun. Is it gonna rain pigs from the sky?”
- “Follow the quests and it will teach you the game as you go.”
- “There are quests that can walk you through the game, which is nice.”
- “The quests help walk you through things, but the story feels disjointed and lacks depth.”
- “While the quest log keeps you busy, the overall narrative is weak and fails to engage.”
- “The story feels like a collection of random tasks rather than a cohesive narrative.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Players highlight that the game offers significantly more gameplay depth than Minecraft, with frequent updates that enhance the experience based on community feedback. The developers are noted for their responsiveness, contributing to a continually evolving gameplay environment.
- “If you think Minecraft has great gameplay, think again! This game offers so much more.”
- “This game has a ton more gameplay than you might expect.”
- “The developers are responsive to player feedback, and each update genuinely improves the gameplay.”
- “If you think Minecraft has great gameplay, think again! This game offers a ton more.”
- “The developer is responsive to player feedback, and each update genuinely improves the gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game demonstrates excellent stability on the Steam Deck, with users reporting smooth performance and reliable gameplay.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game is highly praised for its exceptional optimization, delivering a rock-solid performance that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Players have noted that the optimization is a standout feature, making it a significant aspect of their enjoyment.
- “An absolute pleasure to play, especially considering the rock solid performance.”
- “Optimization has become a big deal to me in recent times, and holy hell, is this game optimized.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, particularly those who enjoy building and learning, as it offers intense farming achievements, such as collecting large quantities of resources like 500,000 stones.
- “Intense farming achievements, like collecting 500,000 stones.”