UNDERWARD
by INTENSE · 4 Feb, 2025
2 downloads
About the Game
UNDERWARD is a 1-4 player co-op horror exploration game.
Investigators must carry «TEST-SUBJECT» monsters from a deadly underground abandoned hospital ward.
Can you uncover the truth hidden deep within the depths of UNDERWARD?
Single Play: An Extreme Stealth Challenge
UNDERWARD is also playable single play, but be warned—single play is an ultra-high-difficulty mode where getting caught means instant game over. The game includes many trial-and-error challenges, so in solo play, you'll need to learn through death and keep progressing.
※v1.0.2.0 introduced extra lives and solo play adjustments for a better experience.
Without the ability to perform chained carries, you'll have to carefully transport your cargo while constantly fearing an enemy ambush, making for an intensely thrilling experience. You'll need to avoid detection, watch out for traps, and proceed with extra caution. While the gameplay differs significantly from multiplayer, this mode is perfect for players seeking a truly spine-chilling horror experience.
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Explore the depths of UNDERWARD and carry the «TEST-SUBJECT» monsters to the elevator.
Once you exit the elevator, scour the floor for «TEST-SUBJECT».
But beware—traps and dangers are lurking everywhere. Some areas and mechanisms can only be accessed by cooperating with your teammates. It's best to avoid venturing alone if possible.
You might also find useful tools left behind in the area. Be sure to check out lockers, shelves, and any other hiding spots for gear. With luck, you may even find some highly advanced equipment.
There’s a chance you will encounter unknown enemies during your search.
They’re attracted to noise, so stay cautious. If you hide quietly, they might pass without noticing you. Adapt to the situation as needed.
But if you get spotted, run as fast as you can! Throw items you have at them—it might just help you fend them off.
Even if someone gets taken down, there's still hope for rescue.
Your teammate's location will be displayed on the screen, so act quickly and stay calm. Minimizing casualties will strengthen the team bond.
But remember: the window for rescue is shrinking by the second.
Once you’ve found «TEST-SUBJECT», carry it to the elevator with all your might.
Carrying the capsule creates a lot of noise, attracting enemies, so stay vigilant.
Although a single investigator can’t handle the heavy capsule alone, you can perform a «Connected Carry» system with multiple players to move it faster than the enemies can catch up.
However, if your teamwork falters, it could mean a one-way ticket to the afterlife.
Each «TEST-SUBJECT» has a different value.
We hope the team can retrieve the most valuable «TEST-SUBJECT» possible.
Once you’ve met the recovery quota, proceed with the verification of the «TEST-SUBJECTS». We will operate the elevator to the next floor, so investigators should close the elevator door and wait inside.
We take great pride in the investigators who choose to venture deeper into the more dangerous floors.
...Please note that we do not guarantee the safety of your life on this mission.
1-4 player co-op horror exploration game
Proximity-based voice chat
Customizable rule settings to match your playstyle (respawn, time limits, etc.)
Randomized, labyrinthine underground hospital floors (with some areas that don't feel like a hospital at all)
Deadly and seductive nurse monsters that hunt you
Vicious hunters that can be unleashed over time
Retrieve capsules containing «TEST-SUBJECT»
Supply Machine System: Exchange retrieval rewards for randomized items.
«Connected Carry» system for high-speed carry with multiple players
Various useful items that can be carried over to the next floor
Total wipeout = all is lost. How far can you descend?
Guidelines for Streaming and Video Content
We welcome and allow both Individuals and corporate entities to stream and monetize gameplay videos of UNDERWARD. (We’d like to think of you as a friend for helping spread the word about the game!)
However, please note that INTENSE cannot be held responsible for any issues that may arise from such activities. Thank you for your understanding.
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Version Information
Steam Patch Notes
Official update history
Update Details for v2.1.0.1
- Updated the engine version to UE5.6
- Added default placed items to the Anti-Gravity Tractor to better convey the purpose of this device
- Adjusted the difficulty of several maps in CHAOS mode
- Implemented updates related to cross-play
- Fixed minor bugs and applied various optimization improvements
That’s all for this update.
We will continue striving to make the game even more enjoyable, and we sincerely appreciate your continued support!
v2.0.0.2 Update Details
Tutorial (Recruitment Test) Made Easier
- Improved the guidance to make it easier to understand how to enjoy the game, which was previously unclear
- Removed certain overly-lethal traps that appeared during solo play of the Recruitment Test
Bug Fixes
- Fixed the attachment position of adhesive items on SUBJECT capsules
- Fixed an issue where certain S-size SUBJECTS would spawn in locations intended for L-size SUBJECTS
- Fixed an inconsistency between the CHAOS mode difficulty description and the actual gameplay
- CHAOS: Fixed an issue where auto-lift floors could remain stopped when a downed investigator was present
- CHAOS: Improved clarity of event start conditions on the Last Boss map
That’s all for this update.
We will continue working hard to make UNDERWARD even more enjoyable, and we deeply appreciate your warm support.
Update Details for v1.1.0.3
Fixed an issue that was causing frequent crashes on startup.
If the game still crashes on startup after the game update, please check to see if your PC meets the minimum system requirements. Also, updating your GPU drivers to the latest version may solve the problem.
Fixed various minor bugs.
- Fixed a strange phenomenon where some experiment capsules would start moving on their own.
- Fixed an issue where non-existent options appeared in the graphics settings menu.
- Fixed a bug where mimic capsules would sometimes not attack.
- Fixed a bug where the death scream of the Giant Arachne Nurse was excessively high-pitched.
- Fixed an issue where large capsules could not pass through the pool doors.
That’s all for this update.
We will continue working hard to deliver even more enjoyable updates for everyone, and we deeply appreciate your continued support.
Update Notes for v1.0.3.1
Fixed an issue where the game would crash on startup for PCs that do not support FSR
In the previous update, we changed the upscaling feature (FSR) to be enabled by default to improve performance. However, we received reports that this caused crashes on startup for players using PCs that do not support FSR.
To address this issue, we have applied a fix in update patch v1.0.3.1, which reverts the default setting of FSR to OFF.
If you are experiencing crashes on startup, please check that you have updated to the latest version and try launching the game again.
While this patch should resolve startup crashes, enabling FSR in the options menu (e.g., by changing the Quality Preset settings) may still cause crashes in environments where FSR is not supported.
If your system crashes when using FSR, please avoid using the Quality Preset feature and adjust the settings manually.
(Note: FSR has been confirmed to work correctly with GPUs that meet the minimum system requirements listed on the store page, but performance may vary depending on individual system configurations. We appreciate your understanding.)
That concludes this update.
We will continue working on updates to make the game even more enjoyable, and we truly appreciate your support!
Thank you for playing UNDERWARD.
With your support and passionate feedback, our development team is highly motivated to continue updating the game.
Update v1.0.1.0
- Enabled cross-region (different region) play.
- Added field of view (FOV) adjustment options under OPTION > GRAPHICS.
- Fixed an issue where the language could not be changed to Spanish.
- Changed the default settings in the GRAPHICS menu.
1: Open the settings file located in the Saved folder of UNDERWARD:
%USERPROFILE%/AppData/Local/UNDERWARD/Saved/Config/Windows/GameUserSettings.ini
2: Change the following values and save the file:
FullscreenMode=2
ResolutionSizeX=1280
ResolutionSizeY=720
3: Launch UNDERWARD.
Known Issues
- When Quality Settings are set to Low or Middle, lights may not display correctly.
→ Depending on your system specs, setting Quality to High and lowering the resolution might offer a smoother experience with minimal impact on gameplay. - Performance may drop when playing in borderless mode or 4K resolution on a 4K display.
→ We apologize for the inconvenience, but we currently recommend playing in fullscreen mode with a lower resolution for better performance. - Some player motion animations may have issues.
- A bug that causes the game to be force-quit under certain conditions.
Upcoming Updates (Near Future)
- Fixes for known issues.
- Improvements to light rendering and performance optimization based on quality settings.
- A one-button toggle for voice mute/on.
- Enhancements to item slot switching.
- Additional control-related options.
- Features to adjust solo play difficulty for a better experience.
We will keep working on updates to make the game even more satisfying for everyone, so we would greatly appreciate your continued support.
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v1.0.1.0
Uploaded Feb 09, 2025
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How to Install
UNDERWARD.exe to play
Troubleshooting tips
• Run Redist/_CommonRedist installers if game won't start
• Add folder to Windows Defender exclusions
• Run as administrator
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6.4 GB
v1.0.1.0
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