Martin Rumenov Prepare to journey back to a time when mammoths roamed and survival meant mastering the elements—Neolithic Dawn, the highly anticipated VR survival experience from indie developer Neolithic, is set to launch on Meta Quest’s Horizon Store this June 27th.
Step Into the Stone Age
In Neolithic Dawn, players are transported to 10,000 BC North America, immersing themselves in the life of a hunter-gatherer. Raised by a tribe after being found as an infant, your character’s story is one of discovery, danger, and legacy. But the adventure doesn’t end with a single life—thanks to the game’s innovative multi-generational permadeath system, each time you fall, you’ll return as your own descendant, 20 years later. This unique mechanic allows you to witness the evolving world, inherit skills, and reclaim the legacy of your ancestors.
Survival at Its Most Realistic
Built exclusively for VR, Neolithic Dawn emphasizes realism in every aspect. Players will need to manage hunger, thirst, and warmth, craft essential tools and weapons by hand, and navigate five expansive open-world environments. The game’s physics-based interactions let you scale cliffs, hunt or tame Ice Age creatures, and adapt to dynamic weather and real-time day/night cycles.
Adventure With Friends
Survival is always better together. Neolithic Dawn features online co-op, so you can team up with friends to brave the wilderness, share resources, and build your legacy side by side.
Developer’s Vision
“What started as a solo passion project has evolved into a four-year journey fueled by dedication and community support,” shares James Bellian, CEO and Founder of Neolithic. “The Early Access launch marks a major milestone for our team and our players.”
Key Features at a Glance
- Generational Permadeath: Die and return as your descendant, inheriting your progress and reshaping your story.
- Authentic Survival: Balance hunger, thirst, and warmth to stay alive.
- Handcrafted Tools: Create stone-age equipment for hunting, protection, and survival.
- Tame or Hunt: Choose to hunt prehistoric animals or befriend them as companions.
- Co-Op Gameplay: Survive and thrive with friends in online multiplayer.
Coming Soon
Neolithic Dawn launches in Early Access on Meta Quest’s Horizon Store on June 27, 2025, with a Steam version in development.
About Neolithic Dawn
Neolithic Dawn is a VR-exclusive open-world survival adventure set in prehistoric North America. Players will explore vast wildernesses, craft tools, and face the challenges of a world untouched by civilization.
About Neolithic LLC
Founded by James Bellian in 2021, Neolithic LLC began as a one-person effort to push the boundaries of VR gaming. Over four years, the team and their vision have grown, resulting in a rich, immersive world ready for players to explore.
