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Arctic Survivors

Arctic Survivors is a 2D roguelike where penguins survive 30 minutes against relentless predators. 100% of proceeds go to Tai Po fire disaster relief to help families rebuild their lives. Every penguin saved supports a real life. Join the fight on Steam.

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About the Game

ARCTIC SURVIVORS - Fight for a Cause

Brave the frozen wasteland as heroic penguins fighting for survival! Arctic Survivors is a thrilling roguelike survival game where every second counts. Can you survive 30 minutes against relentless Arctic predators?

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FIGHT THE FOOD CHAIN

The ice is thinning, and you are on the menu. In this fast-paced roguelike horde survivor (verse bullet hell), you take on the role of a determined Penguin making a last stand against the ocean's deadliest predators.

From the crushing jaws of Orcas to the agile strikes of Leopard Seals, thousands of enemies will swarm the screen. You have one goal: Survive for 30 minutes.

UNIQUE DIFFICULTY

THE SCARCITY SYSTEM Unlike other survivor games where "Hard Mode" simply makes enemies tough sponges, this game challenges your resource management and movement skills.

Easy/Normal: Enjoy the power fantasy. Weapons and buffs drop frequently, allowing you to blast enemies from a distance.

Hard Mode: Experience true desperation. Resources become scarce. High-tier weapons and buffs rarely drop. You won't have the firepower to keep the horde at bay, forcing you into High-Risk Proximity Combat. You must weave through gaps in the enemy lines, letting them get inches from your hitbox to survive.

ROGUELIKE PROGRESSION Defeat is not the end; it is only a lesson.

In-Run Evolution: Collect XP to draft temporary upgrades. Turn your simple snowball toss into a screen-clearing blizzard. Combine weapons and passives to create the ultimate build.

Permanent Growth: Every run earns you Gold. Spend it in the main menu to permanently upgrade your Penguin’s stats. Increase your speed, base health, and pickup radius to push further into the frozen wasteland.

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SUPPORT TAI PO FIRE DISASTER RELIEF 

A devastating fire in Tai Po, Hong Kong displaced dozens of families and destroyed homes. Arctic Survivors was created to help. 

100% of ALL proceeds from this game will be donated to support affected families through verified relief organizations.

By purchasing this game, you're not just getting hours of entertainment - you're directly helping families rebuild their lives.

Every penguin saved = Real lives supported 

Donation transparency reports will be published monthly on our community hub.

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100% FOR CHARITY

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CHARITY DISCLOSURE: 

100% of net proceeds from Arctic Survivors sales (after platform fees) will be donated to verified disaster relief organizations supporting families affected by the November 2025 Tai Po fire. Donation receipts and transparency reports will be published monthly on the Steam Community Hub.

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