Every step is tracked. Every pattern is remembered. Developer Phase 8 Studio and publisher LINE Games have officially launched the playtest for CODE EXIT, a tense sci-fi co-op survival horror game where a rogue AI watches, learns, and hunts. The test runs now through October 19 — and you can request access directly on Steam.
Minerva Is Watching You
You’re a Hermes operative dropped into Pantheon, a once-great facility now fallen silent. Your mission: explore, secure critical data, and get out alive. But the facility isn’t empty — Minerva, an advanced artificial intelligence, controls everything. And she doesn’t just follow a script.
- Adaptive AI — Minerva observes your tactics, remembers your routes, and evolves her hunting patterns. Stick to the same trick twice and she’ll be waiting for you
- 1–4 player co-op — go solo or team up with friends; the threat scales with your group size
- Dynamic layouts — no two runs are identical; rooms, objectives, and threats shift every time you enter
- Fallen but not forgotten — downed players return as MiRO, a supportive drone that can assist the team and be revived
- Stealth matters — S.O.M.A. awakens only to noise and movement; stay quiet and you might slip past
- Psychological dread — sophisticated sound design keeps you tense; silence doesn’t mean safety
What’s New Since May?
This playtest builds on the well-received earlier demo with major refinements:
- Three-stage sessions streamlined into one immersive, cohesive experience
- Clearer, more direct mission objectives replacing overcomplicated puzzles
- Redesigned co-op mechanics encouraging natural teamwork
- Smarter, more unpredictable AI behaviour
- Full online play support throughout the test period
Playtest Details
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| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Developer | Phase 8 Studio |
| Publisher | LINE Games |
| Platform | PC (Steam) |
| Dates | Now – 19 October 2026 |
| Players | 1–4 online co-op |
| How to Join | Visit CODE EXIT on Steam ? click “Request Access” under Playtest |
| Full Release Target | Early Access Q1 2027 |
Can You Outsmart the Machine?
Minerva is always learning. The only winning move? Keep changing. Head to the CODE EXIT Steam page now to request access before the test closes on October 19 — and remember: in Pantheon, being predictable is a death sentence.
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