Volcanoids

Volcanoids is a first-person survival and base-building game developed by Volcanoid Studio, set on a hostile steampunk-inspired island plagued by frequent volcanic eruptions and mechanical enemies.

Players explore the surface to gather resources, uncover technology, and battle hostile machines, all while keeping a constant eye on the environment. When an eruption begins, survival depends on retreating underground using a massive drillship that acts as both transport and fully customisable mobile base.

The drillship is the game’s defining feature. It serves as a workshop, research hub, and safe haven, allowing players to automate production, upgrade defences, and relocate strategically between eruptions. Managing time efficiently between surface exploration and underground safety is central to the game’s tension and flow.

Following its early access period, Volcanoids has steadily expanded with new systems, enemies, and quality-of-life improvements. The game continues to evolve post-launch, refining its survival mechanics and base-building depth while maintaining a strong focus on exploration and player-driven progression. It stands out as a unique take on the survival genre by combining environmental pressure with a truly mobile base.

Players interested in survival games with strong systems-driven gameplay may also want to check out Deep Rock Galactic, which focuses on cooperative exploration, or Helionaut, an adventure-driven title built around procedural exploration and crafting.