Avernum: Escape From the Pit
Developed by Spiderweb Software · Published by Spiderweb Software
At a glance
Overview
An indie, rpg, strategy game by Spiderweb Software, published by Spiderweb Software — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Reception & community
Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Avernum: Escape From the Pit.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | Yes |
| Steam Achievements | Yes |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP
- Processor: 1.6 GHz
- Memory: 256 MB RAM, 512 MB Recommended
- Hard Disk Space: 300 MB
- Video Card: 3D accelerated graphics card, Open GL compliant
Supported languages (1)
Avernum: Escape From the Pit FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Avernum: Escape From the Pit?
Steam classifies Avernum: Escape From the Pit as a Indie, RPG, Strategy game, developed by Spiderweb Software. Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
How much does Avernum: Escape From the Pit cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Avernum: Escape From the Pit at $3.49. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Avernum: Escape From the Pit single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Avernum: Escape From the Pit: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Avernum: Escape From the Pit on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Avernum: Escape From the Pit for Windows, macOS. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Avernum: Escape From the Pit out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Apr 11, 2012.
What platforms is Avernum: Escape From the Pit on?
Avernum: Escape From the Pit is listed for Windows, macOS on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Avernum: Escape From the Pit single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Avernum: Escape From the Pit cost?
Steam lists it at $3.49.
Does Avernum: Escape From the Pit have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 35 achievements for Avernum: Escape From the Pit.
What is Avernum: Escape From the Pit's Metacritic score?
Avernum: Escape From the Pit has a Metacritic score of 76/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Avernum: Escape From the Pit?
Avernum: Escape From the Pit is developed by Spiderweb Software and published by Spiderweb Software.
Where to get Avernum: Escape From the Pit
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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