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The Archipelago Promise

Embark on an unplanned expedition as Ethan, a sailor on a quest to find his lost twin Thomas. Navigate the Alaskan archipelago, survive the harsh weather, and unravel the mystery of Iris d'Enfer. The Archipelago Promise is a FREE Survival Game made by Students from Breda University.

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June 22, 2023
3 years and 42 days ago
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About the Game

This game is a student project made by students of the Breda University of Applied Sciences. After the 1.0 update, there will be no more updates. Thank you for understanding.

As a sailor named Ethan, you set sail on an Alaskan-summer adventure as you are searching for his missing twin. Navigate the treacherous weather, survive dangerous wildlife encounters, and sail between islands within the archipelago to reunite with your brother. In this open-world survival game; The Archipelago Promise!

Navigation



Unravel what happened to Thomas, by following his trail using the detailed directions he left in their notes. Create your own story and make crucial decisions on where to go next by using your compass, and learn how to survive in this immersive exploration and survival experience.

Craft & Survive



Monitor your well-being by checking your watch for updates on health, temperature, hunger, and thirst. Utilize your trusty notebook to craft items, and increase your likelihood of survival in the harsh wilderness.

Sailing

Traverse the rough waters of the Bering Sea with your sailing boat! Maneuver past obstacles and sail from island to island, all in pursuit of finding your brother.

Wildlife

Whether you're hunting down rabbits for food, or trying to sneak past a sleeping bear, there are all forms of wildlife. Both harmless and life-threatening!

Day and Night cycle



Explore the islands on a sunny day or a cold stormy night. But beware even though you might see the beautiful northern lights, the cold nights bring low temperatures and hide the danger lurking in the shadows.