Long Drive North is a survival game you won’t want to miss

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While Outbound is a cozy, slow-paced survival game, Long Drive North is anything but. In this title, you’ll drive a trusty old RV that serves as both your vehicle and your refuge as you struggle to survive a harsh American winter. The game also now has an official release date and is coming to Steam Early Access this November.

Whether you’re playing solo or with up to four friends, you’ll need to be ready to get your hands dirty. The core gameplay loop involves repairing and refueling your home on four tires, along with upgrading its components to prepare for the long journey. This hands-on approach to vehicle maintenance is clearly inspired by popular vehicle simulation games. My Summer Car mixed with The Long Dark?

In other words, you will need to scavenge for parts from abandoned cars and crumbling buildings, hunt for food with a hunting rifle, use your canine companion, and cook meals using recipes. Managing sleep, hunger, and thirst levels will be critical for surviving the brutal journey and facing the elements, including a dangerous storm.

A new trailer has recently been released, giving us a fresh look at Long Drive North. Your friendship will be put to the test as you work together to survive, with no zombies or monsters to get in the way.