In this Q&A, we’re covering Harmonization Cycles, how Merits work, and the rewards you can earn towards Cycles for fully completing the Monolith Access Level track. How can we earn Merits? · You can earn Merits from daily "Priority Raid" objectives and from Monolith Access Levels, but only while a Harmonization Cycle is active. If I gain a Monolith Access Level between cycles, will I receive th…
Dozens of artists are working on the game’s soundtrack, and we’re continuing to reveal the sound of our multiverse. The latest selection features atmospheric tracks by composer Alex Pavlov.
As we previously shared , Akira Yamaoka has joined us in creating music for the multiverse. Three tracks from this collaboration are now available on our YouTube channel. Which track is going straight to your playlist?
The legendary Akira Yamaoka, whose melodies shaped the hypnotic atmospheres of iconic horror games, has now become one of the composers for Active Matter! He crafted tracks with a spectrum of different moods specially for the game - from the delicate, acoustic "I’m Here" and the lingering blues of "Porcelain Heart" to the high-energy surge of "Neon Decay". " Working on Active Matter was a very…
We’ve just launched a major content update, and Active Matter’s full release is right around the corner on September 15th. It’s the perfect time to answer more of your questions as we get ready! Game Release Questions: Exactly what time will the game launch on September 15th? Will console and Steam go live simultaneously? · Due to how each platform operates, exact launch times may vary. Stay tu…
Operatives, the Agency authorizes Operation "250 Shades of Liberty." The center of a North American city becomes a new raid zone: avenues, ruined skyscrapers, school buses, and taxis are your cover. But the city isn’t empty: former law enforcement — police and SWAT — continue their patrols under distorted protocols. Enter fast, act decisively. Deploy new vehicles, prepare updated medicine, and…
Operatives, Active Matter will launch on September 15th, 2026 on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5! Moreover, those of you who previously purchased the Early Version of Active Matter through the Gaijin Store will get free access to the game on their Steam account. You’ll also be able to link your progress between the Gaijin Store and Steam versions, allowing you to continue playing on y…
Additional support protocols from the Agency are inbound. MAC-11 A 9x19 mm submachine gun with an incredibly high rate of fire — up to 1,200 rounds per minute. Absolutely vicious in tight quarters. RSh-12 A five-shot assault revolver with brutal penetration, chambered in 12.7x55 mm. One well-placed shot can drop a target. Its lengthy reload, however, can leave the wielder exposed. DP-12 One of…
Operatives, briefings on the Agency’s official website will soon be available in French, Spanish, and Portuguese! Further support for these languages will be rolled out to field systems in stages: · With the next major update, there will be full translations of in-game text interfaces and subtitles. · Full in-game voice-over support will follow in a later update.
The first wave of our expanded arsenal is locked, loaded, and ready to show. The Agency is preparing the deliveries, but today we’re already cleared to reveal what we’ve managed to catch a glimpse of. M14 A classic American battle rifle: up to 700 rounds per minute with a 20‑round 7.62×51 mm magazine. In full‑auto it excels in close quarters, while semi‑auto enables accurate fire at longer rang…
Operatives, the Agency has processed your request from the recent briefing and, as a result, has unlocked access to its official Terminal Animation. Deploy it to customize your own personal terminals or even to enhance your live broadcasts. Get the file!
We’re getting closer to our Steam and console release — and a major update! In the meantime, here are answers to some of your questions about the launch and various other parts of the game. Steam & Console Release When will you announce the Steam and console release date? Will there be any more demos in the meantime? · We’ll announce the full Steam and console release date toward the end of Aug…
The Agency has analyzed Operatives’ behavior when undertaking its contracts and found they were spending too much time on wound treatment, burning through more medical supplies than was considered acceptable. After months of development, the Agency will be rolling out a new healing system in the near future. All medkits will now treat damaged body parts one by one, and continuously consumes cha…
Soon, Operatives will be able to adjust scope magnification on the fly, improve recoil control, and mount modern optics to even Soviet-era firearms. Variable Magnification Scopes Among the upcoming additions are variable-magnification scopes. These optics let Operatives snap from long-range overwatch to close-quarters engagements in an instant, adapting to shifting combat conditions in seconds.…
The Agency is testing the painting of weapons before issuing them to employees. Very soon, Operatives will be able to repaint their guns to better sync with your chosen Body Sleeve camo and the raid at hand. How it’ll look: Get your favorite guns ready, Operatives — and own your look on the battlefield.
The Agency has detected imminent shifts across the Multiverse. In the new "Downtown" raid set in America, former law-enforcement personnel have been spotted. Agency recon teams are dropping first-look images of these emerging threats: . These are well-trained adversaries - do not underestimate them in open combat.
Operatives! In the upcoming Active Matter update, you’ll get behind the wheel of legendary Soviet and American machines. Lean on the horn to send hostiles scattering and light up the night with spotlights! The roads of Dalniy Island are finally opening up for some classic Soviet-style driving, including the iconic traffic police patrol car. Some of these vehicles have already visually appeared…
Get ready for a massive inventory shake-up in Active Matter! The next update introduces a brand-new pouch system - more pouch options, new dedicated pockets within each pouch, and expanded inventory capacity from pouches across the board! Pouches have been rebuilt from the ground up. They’re no longer a simple add-on to your existing inventory - they are now your "base" inventory, where backpac…
In the upcoming update, Operatives will be able to use Safe Containers more strategically, reposition placed Beacons, and jump back into the fight with rental gear thanks to brand-new Enhanced Respawn Beacons. Safe Containers You can now choose not to activate any equipped Safe Container the moment you go down - trust your squad instead. If they repel the attack and revive you, you’ll get all y…
Thanks to our Operatives’ coordinated efforts, the Agency has managed to stabilize the anomaly in the location previously designated "America." In the next update "America" becomes a full-fledged, from-the-ground-up raid experience. No more beacons to defend, no scripted enemy waves - just you, your squad, your opponents, and the city itself. For the first time, Operatives will deploy into a sp…
Operatives - the Agency will be rolling out new transport options, and tuning up the existing fleet, as part of the upcoming update. Feast your eyes on just one of them: a true post‑Soviet relic - the iconic GAI (traffic police force) patrol car! Use it exactly as intended: flip on the lights, hit the siren, and strike fear into your opponents across Dalniy Island. The roads of the Multiverse n…
With our first XBOX demo wrapping up, we heard from players waiting for the Steam release, others eager for the next big content update, and many curious about why we tested the unique “Headquarters: Assistance Protocol” Overtime Raid. Check out the answers below to see what we’re working on! General When do you expect the next big update? · July-August. We’re still working on it and want to sh…
Friends! Over half a million Steam users have added Active Matter to their wishlists - thanks to everyone following the game’s development and waiting for the release; this milestone is a huge motivation for our entire team to keep pushing forward. Active Matter is planned to launch in Early Access on Steam in 2026! Check out the latest news on the official website and follow our social media t…
The Agency has detected an anomalous surge in the Flowermen population at Headquarters. All volunteers, gear up and head out to secure vital reagents to stop any further spread of these creatures. Facing the Flowermen horde won’t be easy, so our agents must set aside all their differences and unite efforts toward a single objective. Aggression towards each other is strongly discouraged within t…
We’ve answered your questions on Harmonization, a new map, the improvement of the weapon modifications system, and much more. General Questions Will there be additional game editions? Right now there are four, from Standard to Elite Squad. · The editions could be revised based on the state of the game at the time of its launch. Will there be a console demo or test? · Yes - soon. Is there any pr…
Access to this Active Matter demo has ended. Thank you for your incredible support! We’re carefully reviewing all your comments and reviews. Your feedback helps us make the game even better! Please continue sharing your thoughts on Steam and across social media. Don’t forget to add Active Matter to your wishlist on Steam! See you in the Multiverse, Operatives!
You can now help enemies who are in pain shock (downed), not just squadmates, and we’ve improved the Replicator Visual Map Mode UI. In addition, monster screams are now quieter in active headsets, a tip now appears when opening locked doors that requires usage of a key, plus many other changes and improvements are in this update! · Reworked how assistance works for players in pain shock (downed…
The Agency has pinpointed the coordinates of an anomalous version of Dogorsk, teetering on the brink of a space-time fracture. Calling all Operatives — gear up and deploy to track the anomalous signals. Investigate special zones marked by wrecked World War II–era vehicles, with oddly altered soldiers milling nearby — displaced into Dogorsk from a time out of step with the current era. Our intel…
It’s time for new rewards for watching Active Matter streams on Twitch! From May 2nd (15:00 UTC) until May 10th (15:00 UTC), watch live streams to receive rewards in Active Matter. Log into your Twitch account → link your Gaijin account → click "Allow" to receive Twitch Drops! Rewards · Beacon — 5 PCS for 1h of watching · Makarov Honorary pistol + researched Replicator blueprint — 3 PCS for 2h…
The Multiverse awaits! The Active Matter demo is temporarily available on Steam. Jump in, share your feedback, and help shape the future of the game. Embark on high-stakes raids solo or in a squad of up to three players to battle ferocious monsters and other rival operatives, complete objectives, and earn valuable rewards. Harness mysterious anomalies to gain the upper hand and catch enemies of…
Scout prime raid zones on Dalniy Island and beyond in this Agency-made whistle-stop flyover — from industrial complexes and a decommissioned dam to overgrown parks and abandoned villages. Get the lay of the land before you warp into an anomalous zone. Gigastructure A gravity-warped labyrinth that never stops shifting. Adapt fast or vanish into its endless stairwells and corridors — don’t be sur…
To improve efficiency, the Agency is rolling out knowledge-sharing briefing manuals for Operatives. The current briefing covers the updates documented after the recent Multiverse shift.
We’ve answered your questions regarding Harmonization, upcoming events, the development of PvE and PvP, underbarrel grenade launchers, and much more. General Questions What actually is Active Matter itself from a lore perspective? - Active Matter is a mysterious substance that forms in collapsing timelines, accelerating their demise. It’s also the only material capable of restoring the Multiver…
Operatives, out in the Multiverse we face threats that demand precise intel and rock-solid tactical prep. Experience is everything when it comes to staying alive. Ready to pass that knowledge to new Agency recruits? Tell us in the comments about the most unusual tactics you use to make it back to the Shelter in one piece — and with your gear intact.
Active Matter’s major update “Gigastructure” is now live! It adds a new raid — Park — as well as the Alpha Flowerman boss, new weapons, a gravity gun, more weapon modifications (including pistol grips and laser sights), a new Harmonization of the Multiverse system, Shelter customization options, and much more! Raids and Game Modes Added new maps for the Raids game mode: · Park; · Gigastructure…
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