About
There are several game modes, Horror mode, Rescue mode, Intense mode and other modes that are yet to come. There are also several difficulties, where you may face a shortage of resources or resources found more easily. The game also features some online interactions.
What is happening now
The Village is a puzzle-driven RPG released on PC in mid-2021 that blends indie sensibilities with role-playing mechanics. Recent coverage has focused on Ghost Village Girl: The Village in a Cage, a psychological horror visual novel from Escu:de arriving on Steam through Shiravune. That title follows a group of friends trapped in an abandoned mountain village, suggesting thematic overlap with exploration and mystery that may appeal to fans of narrative-driven indie games. No western release window has been announced yet for the visual novel.
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Media
Releases
Earliest full release on each platform; regional dates can differ.
PC and Steam Deck
Steam store pageRequirements and Deck status as listed on Steam, checked Nov 4, 2026.
The Village player count
concurrent players on SteamPlayers counted on Steam every one to six hours; the daily peak is the highest count of the day.
The Village achievements
8 achievements on SteamRarest
All 8 achievements by how many players unlocked them
Share of Steam players who unlocked each achievement.