A New World Awaits in Channel37’s Ambitious Debut Title
At IGN Fan Fest, Finnish independent studio Channel37, founded by industry veterans, revealed its premiere title, The Last Caretaker. This immersive first-person survival action-adventure invites players to navigate an uncharted ocean world, where remnants of a lost civilization persist, and the fate of humanity lies in the hands of a single caretaker.
Launching into Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store this summer, The Last Caretaker promises a deep and thought-provoking experience. A console release is also in development for a later date.
A World Forgotten, A Mission Reclaimed
The world has changed beyond recognition—an endless ocean stretches in all directions, punctuated only by the decayed remains of those who stayed behind. Machines hum with forgotten purpose, beacons flash cryptic signals, and ancient infrastructure continues its silent operation. Yet, beneath the waves, something stirs—technology reimagined and reshaped to drift in the unknown.
As The Last Caretaker, players must chart their course through this vast ocean, scavenging lost knowledge, reactivating dormant systems, and ensuring the survival of humanity’s last hope. Deep within the Seed Vaults, the final human embryos await their journey to the stars. But not all that remains is at rest—some machines still whisper, still move, still watch.
Channel37’s Vision: A Game That Matters
“At Channel37, we’re not just making a game—we’re crafting an experience that is personal, shaped by decades of passion and expertise,” said Antti Ilvessuo, Co-Founder of Channel37. “With the backing of Supercell, we’ve had the freedom to build something truly unique. This is more than a survival game; it’s a story about duty, legacy, and the weight of carrying humanity’s last hope.”
Ilvessuo added, “The Last Caretaker is our love letter to exploration, mystery, and resilience. We’ve created a world that reacts, evolves, and hides secrets in plain sight. We believe in this game, and we can’t wait to share it with players.”
The Core Pillars of The Last Caretaker
The game is built around four fundamental principles that define both its gameplay and narrative:
- Connection – Rebuild and reawaken lost technology, forming links between the past and the future.
- Exploration – Traverse an endless ocean filled with remnants of a forgotten age, discovering structures still whispering their secrets.
- Caretaking – Gather resources, repair critical systems, and nurture the last hope of humanity.
- Resilience – Overcome rogue machines, biomechanical threats, and unknown forces determined to disrupt the mission.
Key Features of The Last Caretaker
- Create: Scavenge vital resources to repair critical systems, upgrade robotic capabilities, and craft essential tools.
- Explore: Navigate a boundless ocean with towering ruins of the past—some still operational, others whispering with lost transmissions.
- Discover: Unearth encrypted recordings, ancient terminals, and fragments of history to piece together the fate of those who came before.
- Nurture: Balance resources and optimize systems to cultivate the first new humans in centuries.
- Survive: Adapt, defend, and navigate a world filled with dangers—both natural and technological.
Gamelevate’s Take on The Last Caretaker
As a platform dedicated to elevating the gaming industry, Gamelevate recognizes The Last Caretaker as an ambitious and heartfelt project. Channel37’s experience and storytelling prowess bring fresh innovation to the survival genre, setting it apart from conventional narratives. With a world that is vast, dynamic, and deeply interconnected, the game promises an experience that players will talk about for years to come.
The Last Caretaker launches in Early Access in summer 2025 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, with a console release planned for the future. Players can wishlist the game now and follow updates from Channel37 across multiple platforms.
Stay Connected with Channel37
Join the The Last Caretaker community by subscribing to Channel37’s YouTube and Twitch channels for weekly developer livestreams, providing deeper insights into the world and mechanics of the game.
For more information, visit www.channel37.co, and follow Channel37 on Bluesky, X (Twitter), Instagram, and Discord.
About Channel37
Founded in 2021 in Helsinki, Finland, Channel37 is a studio built by industry veterans dedicated to creating bold and memorable gaming experiences. The seven-person team includes CEO and Co-Founder Miika Aulio, along with industry veterans Vesa Halonen, Antti Ilvessuo, Sami Saarinen, and Community Manager Jack Pattillo. With decades of collective experience, the team has shipped major PC and console titles, bringing a wealth of knowledge to their ambitious debut project.
The Last Caretaker is currently in development for PC and consoles, launching first in Early Access on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in summer 2025.
