Launch preparation Kingy field guide
THE DEAD WE KNEW
Know what keeps you alive.
A survival field guide built around the systems the developer has actually announced.
Official game imagery · Credits & sources
- Early Access target
- 17 September 2026
- Players
- Solo or up to four
- Developer
- MAY19 STUDIO
- PC release
- Windows / Steam
Prerelease · September 17 Early Access target
Checked 2026-09-13 · Evidence & coverage ↗The next useful answer
Start here.
Early Access date, co-op and launch scope
What is scheduled for September 17, and what remains a development plan.
Read the guide 02SurvivalHunger, thirst, energy, weather and food
The announced survival pressures and a practical observation plan for launch.
Read the guide 03Crafting & shelterCrafting and base building: confirmed scope
Resources, shelter and the facts needed before a real recipe database can be built.
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6 guides · 8 reference records
Chapter 01
Start here
Early Access date, co-op and launch scopePlan a four-player survival sessionChapter 02
Survival
Hunger, thirst, energy, weather and foodChapter 03
Crafting & shelter
Crafting and base building: confirmed scopeChapter 04
Exploration
Boats, swimming, fishing and vehiclesChapter 05
Technical help
PC requirements and first-launch checksYour next session
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