Community24 Nov 2025This War of Mine turns 11! Nominate it for Labour of Love on Steam Awards 2025!Hello everyone, Today marks a very special milestone. 11 years ago on this month, This War of Mine was released to the world - built around a message that remains painfully relevant. The number feels symbolic this year. Over more than a decade, your support has carried this project further than we ever imagined. Players, teachers, volunteers, and entire communities have helped keep its story al…
Hello everyone, To celebrate the incredible creativity of the Polish game development industry, we're proud to take part in the "From Poland With Love" sale on Steam! As part of the event, our acclaimed title This War of Mine is available at a massive 90% discount . Step into the war-torn city of Pogoren and experience the harsh reality of survival from a civilian’s perspective. It’s a powerful…
Hello everybody, This Friday marks the release of The Alters game which is the spiritual heir to this legendary title. That's why we decided to offer the biggest discount ever on This War of Mine: Now you can get it with 95% discount until June 23rd. Why this discount is not accidential? The Alters have a lot in common with This War of Mine in terms of mechanics and the idea that stood at their…
In 2014 we released This War of Mine, a game that reshaped how we experience storytelling in video games. It offered a haunting perspective on the horrors of war, forcing players to make impossible choices to survive. Now, with The Alters, we’re taking you on a new, deeply personal survival journey – one that shares familiar themes but unfolds in an entirely different setting. How do these two…
Hello everyone, This update fixes a missing file prompt issue that would occur when trying to edit an existing mod. Thank you for your reports - we deeply appreciate you keeping This War of Mine's modding scene alive! UPDATE: We released another hotfix for Mod Tools that addresses the issues of missing .xml file
Hello everyone, We've just released an update for This War of Mine with the following improvements related to Forget Celebrations DLC: · Fixed game crashing while switching between story and base game mode · Fixed a bug with old Katia character visiting during gameplay · Main Menu button adjustments · Localization fixes Take care, 11 bit studios
Hello everyone, Forget Celebrations Charity DLC for This War of Mine is out now! All studio proceeds from Forget Celebrations will be donated to support our charity partners in this anniversary initiative: War Child, Amnesty International, Liberty Ukraine, and Indie Games Poland. Watch the launch trailer: Take the opportunity to revisit the besieged city of Pogoren with Katia, a seasoned war co…
Hello everyone, This update prepares the game for the launch of Forget Celebrations Charity DLC which will arrive on Steam on December 11th for $2.99. All proceeds will support Liberty Ukraine Foundation, Amnesty International, War Child, and Indie Games Poland. We invite everyone to join us in making a difference. Wishlist now: Take care, 11 bit studios
Hello everyone, Ten years ago, we released This War Of Mine - a game we hoped would shed light on the devastating realities of war. A decade later, its somber message feels more urgent than ever. Thanks to your unwavering support over the last decade, the game continues to touch and inspire countless people around the globe. Now, you can honor this journey together by nominating This War of Min…
Hello everyone, Ten years ago, we released This War Of Mine - a game we hoped would shed light on the devastating realities of war. A decade later, its somber message feels more urgent than ever. While we cannot celebrate amidst ongoing conflicts, staying silent feels equally wrong. That's why, on the exact anniversary of the game, we've introduced Charity DLC: #ForgetCelebrations. We are now r…
Hello everyone, To honor This War of Mine's 10th anniversary last week, here are 10 facts about the game. Let us reflect on the past decade, and despite all the efforts, the game's mission is far from over, as there's still much more to be done. #ForgetCelebrations Add Forget Celebrations charity DLC to your wishlist: 10 facts about This War of Mine: · This War of Mine is now 10 years old. The…
Hello everyone, Today marks the 10th anniversary of This War of Mine. A decade since its release, the game’s mission to shed light on the civilian cost of war is far from over. That’s why, very soon, the game will receive a new charity DLC, Forget Celebrations. In this new story, you’ll return to war-torn Pogoren to follow the story of Katia, a seasoned war correspondent. While struggling to wr…
We are deeply honored to announce that This War of Mine has been awarded a Special Recognition Award by Amnesty International during the Central & Eastern European Game Awards (CEEGA). The Amnesty International team specifically highlighted our game's continued relevance in portraying the harsh realities faced by civilians in conflict zones. In their statement, they emphasized how This War of M…
11 bit studios Honored with Three Golden Joystick Award Nominations And It’s Thanks to You! Hello Citizens! We're thrilled and deeply grateful to share that 11 bit studios and two of our games have been nominated for the 42nd Golden Joystick Awards. These nominations wouldn't be possible without you - our incredible players and community. Your support, feedback, and passion have been the drivin…
Hello everyone, As 11 bit studios we're known mostly as the developers of This War of Mine and Frostpunk but there are more games we're working on! The Alters is a title developed by a team that consists of many former This War of Mine creators and as such is in many ways a spiritual successor to this cult game. While the setting is totally different, taking you to a distant planet instead of a…
How the time flies! This War of Mine celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. So far it has sold over 9 million copies worldwide, yet we’re sure that even more people will receive its powerful message during upcoming days. That’s because, until January 29th, you’ll be able to play This War of Mine for free on Steam! On the same occasion, we’ve also decided to update the game's menu. The newsf…
Hello everyone, The latest game from 11 bit studios, developed by Starward Industries has landed! Rethink human’s dominion in The Invincible: a story-driven adventure set in a hard sci-fi world by Stanisław Lem. Discover planet Regis III as scientist Yasna, use atompunk tools looking for a missing crew and face unforeseen threats. Make choices in a philosophical story that’s driven by science.…
Hello everyone! INDIKA is a unique, narrative-driven adventure set in a parallel 19th-century Russia. Watch the Announcement Trailer and Statement from the developers to learn about the game and how Russia’s unjust invasion of Ukraine affected the working relationship between Odd Meter and 11 bit studios. In INDIKA, players assume the role of the titular nun, Indika, embarking on a mind-bending…
Hi everyone! It’s here! A chance to complete your collection of powerful, meaningful stories has just arrived. Thanks to an outstanding bundle you can now buy all the titles from 11 bit studios and save 90% on their price. The bundle is available now until March 23 , so make sure you don’t miss the opportunity! Check out the Grand Collection here: While the bundle is available, we’ve planned a…
Hello everyone, The Thaumaturge developed by Fool’s Theory published by 11 bit studios is an isometric, story-rich RPG with a unique take on turn-based combat, character development features, and investigation mechanics, facing you with morally ambiguous choices – set in 1905 Warsaw teeming with mysterious powers and strange ethereal beings called Salutors. 📕 Watch the Gameplay Reveal: 📕 Watc…
Hello everyone! This War of Mine has secured a coveted spot in The Museum of Modern Art in New York! The game became a part of the “Never Alone. Video Games and Other Interactive Design” exhibition, which brings together notable examples of interaction design, a field that considers the points of contact between objects—whether machines, apps, or entire infrastructures—and people. Watch the vid…
Hello everyone! This is the 2nd post related to the celebration of This War of Mine's 8th birthday. Some of you have been asking how exactly the game is being used in schools and what value it provides. To learn more watch the video below in which one of the teachers' shares her experiences using the game during classes. By the end of 2022 This War of Mine will be officially included in the Pol…
Hello everyone! Today we're celebrating another This War of Mine anniversary. A lot has happened since the initial release and we couldn't be more grateful for the amount of appreciation and support it has received🙏🏻 Below there are 8 facts about the game. Take care, 11 bit studios
Hello everyone! We’re glad to announce that South of the Circle is finally here! Watch the release trailer below: South of the Circle is first and foremost a captivating cinematic experience featuring an immersive multi-layered story masterfully crafted by the BAFTA-winning State of Play. It’s a perfect addition to our existing portfolio of meaningful entertainment but it’s worth mentioning tha…
Hello Astronauts, The Invincible developed by Starward Industries is a thrilling philosophical adventure set in a sci-fi world by Stanisław Lem and we as 11 bit studios are excited beyond words to be publishing this gem! The game tells a story of an astrobiologist Yasna looking for her missing crew after they all ended up on the unexplored planet Regis III. Check out the new previously unpublis…
By the end of this year This War of Mine will become the first video game in the history of Polish education included as supplementary reading in the learning program. We’re very proud! Also, the Steam Summer Sale ends tomorrow July 7th at 10am Pacific. That means you still got time left to grab some amazing games with amazing discounts:
Hello Everyone! We’re excited to announce a new game we’re working on. Forged in the spirit of meaningful entertainment The Alters is a game about life-changing moments asking one fundamental question: WHAT IF…? Watch The Alters Announcement Trailer below: Man cannot remake himself without suffering, for he is both the marble and the sculptor - Alexis Carrel This is the story of Jan Dolski, a s…
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