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Ardem

by Techtive Games

Releases in Early Access in 2026 on PC and Linux.

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About Ardem

Ardem is an immersive open-world survival RPG that takes you into a virus-ravaged, fully interactive world. Alone or with friends, explore abandoned places, gather resources, build shelters, repair vehicles, and restore power to bring remnants of civilization back to life — or let them fade forever.

When the RHAB-14 virus broke out, the world fell within weeks. Cities fell silent, order collapsed, and humanity turned into restless, mutated beings driven by hunger and rage. Years later, civilization is nothing but a memory. Nature has reclaimed the land, power grids lie in ruins, and every day is a fight to survive. In Ardem, you decide whom to trust, where to seek shelter, and how to survive in a world where every breath could be your last.

Release dates by platform

PCEarly access2026

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OSWindows 10/11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i7-7700K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Memory16 GB RAM
GraphicsNvidia RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT
DirectXVersion 12
Storage50 GB available space

Recommended

OSWindows 10/11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel i7 12700k / AMD Ryzen 7 7800x3D
Memory32 GB RAM
GraphicsNvidia RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT
DirectXVersion 12
Storage50 GB available space

Ardem FAQ

When does Ardem come out?

Ardem is scheduled to release in Early Access in 2026.

Is Ardem on PlayStation 5?

No. Ardem has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is coming on PC and Linux.

Is Ardem on Xbox Series X|S?

No. Ardem has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is coming on PC and Linux.

Is Ardem on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Ardem has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is coming on PC and Linux.

Who is making Ardem?

Ardem is developed by Techtive Games.

Is Ardem multiplayer?

Yes. Ardem supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, and massively multiplayer online (mmo).

What are the minimum PC requirements for Ardem?

The minimum GPU is Nvidia RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Ardem system requirements page.

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