Inferno Protocol
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Inferno Protocol

A survival horror set in a massive maze. Play solo or 6-player co-op. Scavenge resources to craft gear and survive against terrifying enemies. Unlock unique abilities and find the exit.

DEV: Tektonic InteractivePUB: Tektonic InteractiveAppID 3908940
DEVELOPER POSTSevery ~3d·last 13d ago·24 recorded in 6 months

Is Inferno Protocol still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

92.0
Excellent

Elixir Rating

79% of 224 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 73.2. The developers have shipped 9 substantial updates in the past six months, adding 18.8.

reception 73.2·support +18.8·Excellent

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

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From Steam's own record

Current price

$13.49

Development

Actively supported

Last heard from developers

13 days ago

Historical posting rhythm

every ~3 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

9

Current silence

5× normal

The developers post roughly every 3 days and were last heard 13 days ago — within their normal range. 9 substantial updates recorded in the past six months, 3 classified as major.

Last successful news check: Oct 14, 2026, 2:03 PM UTC. This is when we checked Steam, separate from when the developer last posted.

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releaseSep 10, 2026

Inferno Protocol v0.55 Fixes Teleporters, Loot, and a Dozen Bugs

Tektonic Interactive has pushed Early Access update v0.55 for Inferno Protocol, a patch focused less on new content and more on closing gaps that have accumulated since launch.

What changed

  • Layer 3 entry was broken; players can now enter without obstruction.
  • A quick-access ability menu has been added — Capslock on PC, L1/LB on gamepad.
  • Distant teleporters can now be removed by walking up to them; buildable teleporters also received visual effects.
  • A bug causing loot to fall underground when digging soil with a shovel has been fixed.
  • Enemy AI has been improved.
  • Skills no longer lock up after a Quick Time Event.
  • Loot drop balance has been adjusted.
  • Turning off generators now prevents gates from closing, correcting unintended behaviour.
  • Player markers no longer disappear unexpectedly.
  • Several issues with the Sliding ability have been resolved.
  • The Large Backpack is now craftable.
  • The /imstuck command has been improved.
  • Generator effects in the Jungle maze layer have been fixed.
  • Door frames now appear correctly in their categories.
  • The Prologue has been improved.
  • Gamepad support is expanded — skills can now be assigned to buttons from control settings.
  • Fired arrows can again be picked up after they land.

Taken together, the patch clears a wide backlog of quality-of-life friction and progression blockers, making the current build meaningfully more stable for players already in Early Access.

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Recent Transmissions

26 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsOct 2, 2026
QoL and Bug Fix Update

Hey everyone, Here's a batch of small improvements and fixes. Changes The Plant Extract Totem now has an indicator, so you can see which crops its area has tagged. Potatoes and onions can now be cooked. Added an FPS counter to Graphic Setti…

Community AnnouncementsSep 30, 2026
Inferno Protocol 0.6: The Biggest Update Yet

Inferno Protocol 0.6 Update New Content Added melee blocking. Hold right click / L2 to block enemy attacks. A perfect block (blocking right before a hit lands) lets you take no damage. Added a new jelly-like enemy, the Swamp Keeper. It abso…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 24, 2026
Major Update Incoming: September 29

Major Update: September 29Our next major update arrives on September 29, 2026! We've been working on a bigger update than the ones we've released recently, which is why you've had to wait a little longer. Sorry about that, and thank you for…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 12, 2026
Demo Removal – September 14

Hi everyone! We extended the demo by request. Because of the noticeable quality gap between the demo and the full game, we've decided to take it down for a long while (maybe for good). It will be removed on September 14 at 4:00 AM EST. Than…

Community AnnouncementsSep 12, 2026
Another QoL & Bug Fix Update

Signs added, you can now place signs. Thrown items and shot arrows now travel more smoothly. New crosshair added for the Crossbow. Some trader items now have stock limits and only restock at set times. Fixed Crossbow arrows sometimes appear…

Community AnnouncementsSep 11, 2026
Early Access Update [v0.58] - Patch Notes

Improved Swamp Layer visuals and gameplay.Added poisonous mushrooms to Swamp Layer.Added traders to Swamp Layer.Increased enemy density in Swamp Layer.Red-light doors in Junkyard layer can now be opened by shutting down generators.Players w…

Community AnnouncementsSep 8, 2026
Another QoL & Bug Fix Update

Fixed the delay issue in voice chat. Optimized voice chat on the server side. The default push-to-talk key in voice chat is now X. (It was previously J, which conflicted with the Monster Scream skill.) Fixed an issue where you would sometim…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 6, 2026
Early Access Update [v0.57] - Patch Notes

Update Notes: You can now see recipes at the mixer station.You can now clean placed marks by pouring water on them. (Look at them with bottles)You can now access ammo for weapons that use various bullet types in your inventory and switch/pr…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 4, 2026
QoL & Bug Fix Update

Thrown arrows and melee weapons now properly align with enemy hitboxes. You can now drop your bandage for a teammate while injured/downed using the 'G' / 'D-Pad Down' key. Added a "Toggled Run" option to Gameplay settings. You no longer hav…

Community AnnouncementsSep 2, 2026
Hotfix Update

Fixed the exit from the Swamp layer. Fixed a loot issue in the Swamp layer. Fixed issues occurring at the Cave interior exit. Improved gamepad input icons. Fixed UI issues with the Worm Teleporter. Fixed an issue where injecting a friend wo…

Community AnnouncementsSep 2, 2026
Early Access Update [v0.55] - Patch Notes

Update NotesFixed entry issues on layer 3, you can now enter without any problems.Added a quick-access menu for using your ability. (PC: Capslock, Gamepad: L1/LB)You can now easily remove your distant teleporters by walking up to one of you…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 31, 2026
Patch Notes: Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements

Fixed an issue where friends' save data was lost when saving in singleplayer after playing and saving together in multiplayer. Fixed a UI bug that occurred when crafting item quantities exceeded 255. Fixed lighting issues with the Wall Torc…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 30, 2026
Hotfix Update

Players who joined the lobby later were having trouble using the crossbow. Fixed. Added an option to disable input delay: Settings → Controls → Look Input Smoothing. Bronze item blueprints were not unlocking properly. Fixed. Some structures…

Community AnnouncementsAug 30, 2026
Early Access Update

Added mines/caves to Layer 2 (Jungle)!Added the highly requested auto-save feature. You can now adjust the save interval or disable it entirely in the Gameplay Settings. (Default: every 45 minutes.) Fixed an issue where trees were not appea…

Community AnnouncementsAug 29, 2026
Hotfix Update is Live!

We just pushed a hotfix update. Here's what's new:Fixed an issue where Wooden and Stone arrows couldn't be craftedFixed voice lines for several NPCsRebalanced lootFixed sound issues in the new sewer interiorRebalanced creature spawnsFixed a…

Community AnnouncementsAug 28, 2026
Demo Removal - Thank You!

The Inferno Protocol demo will be removed from Steam in 1 hour. Now that we've launched into Early Access, the demo has served its purpose, but we want to sincerely thank everyone who played it, reported bugs, and shared feedback. You helpe…

Community AnnouncementsAug 20, 2026
Inferno Protocol Launches into Early Access on August 28th and Demo Coming Down

Hey everyone! Our game launches on August 28th. Thank you so much for all the feedback you gave us, we managed to implement a lot of it. You've been a huge source of motivation for us, so thank you for everything.The whole team is really ex…

Community AnnouncementsJul 9, 2026
Demo Fix Update

Patch Notes Added microphone selection to proximity chat. Fixed issues with proximity chat. Fixed issues with the walkie-talkie. Fixed issues with the quest list. You can now change your screen type from the graphics settings. Fixed a bug t…

Community AnnouncementsJul 6, 2026
Another Demo Update: Better Building

Build System• Improved the overall usability of the build system — thanks for your feedback! - Placed objects now show their facing direction. - Updated the placement effect for built objects. Creatures & Combat• The trash eater creature (t…

Community AnnouncementsJul 2, 2026
Demo Combat Update: Better Hit Feedback

Combat Update — Better Hit Feedback Highlights Melee combat got a full feedback overhaul: every hit now looks and feels like it lands. Zombies react to where you hit them, flinch when you interrupt them, and fall in the direction of your ki…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 1, 2026
Major Update: Demo Content Update

Update Log — June 4 → July 1, 2026 New Content New Weapons & Items Brass Knuckle added Wrist Watch (functional UI) Leather Flask (empty & filled) Wall Torch (placable) Small Scrap Rack New Clothing Cowboy Hat Loin Cloth Leather Shoes Round …

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Community AnnouncementsJul 1, 2026
Demo Content Update — Coming Tomorrow

A big content update is arriving tomorrow for the Inferno Protocol Demo. Here's a quick look at what's coming:New Content New weapons, clothing, and items — including the Katana, Shotgun, Brass Knuckle, Wrist Watch, Belt Bag, and more.New E…

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Community AnnouncementsJun 20, 2026
Thank You — Plus What's Coming to the Demo

Thank you all so much for checking out the Inferno Protocol demo during Steam Next Fest! 🙏 Seeing this many of you trapped in the maze together has been an incredibly emotional moment for our small team. We genuinely can't thank you enough…

Community AnnouncementsJun 15, 2026
The Maze is Open — Inferno Protocol Demo is Live

The Maze is Open. The Demo is Live.You've seen the teaser. You've read the warnings. Now, the door is finally open — and what lies beyond it is yours to face.The Inferno Protocol Demo is now available on Steam. Step into the Prologue, find …

Community AnnouncementsJan 15, 2026
The Maze Awaits: Demo and Prologue Coming Very Soon!

Greetings Survivors!The wait is almost over. Following the reveal of our official teaser, we’ve seen your excitement and felt the growing dread of the labyrinth. Today, we are thrilled to share some even bigger news: The Inferno Protocol De…

Community AnnouncementsJan 8, 2026
🔥 Inferno Protocol: Official Teaser Trailer Out Now!

Greetings Survivors!The wait is finally over. We are beyond excited to reveal the official teaser for Inferno Protocol, our upcoming 6-player co-op survival horror experience.Step into the darkness and prepare yourself for a challenge where…