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Nuclear Throne

Developed by Vlambeer · Published by Vlambeer

ActionIndieRPG
StatusOut now ReleaseDec 5, 2015 Price$8.99 Metacritic89/100 Steam reviews14,903

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
ModesSingle-player, Multi-player, Co-op, LAN Co-op, Shared/Split Screen
Price$8.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic89/100
Steam reviews14,903
Languages15
Achievements59
DLC1

Overview

An action, indie, rpg game by Vlambeer, published by Vlambeer — single-player, multi-player, co-op, lan co-op.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Nuclear Throne.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerYes
Co-opYes
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows XP
  • Processor: 1.2Ghz+
  • Memory: 1024 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 256MB
  • Storage: 200 MB available space

Recommended

  • OS *: Windows XP
  • Processor: 2Ghz
  • Memory: 2048 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 1GB
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

Supported languages (15)

EnglishFrenchItalianGermanSpanish - SpainDutchJapaneseKoreanPolishPortuguese - BrazilRussianSimplified ChineseTraditional ChineseTurkishUkrainian

Nuclear Throne 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 Nuclear Throne?

Steam classifies Nuclear Throne as a Action, Indie, RPG game, developed by Vlambeer. Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?

How much does Nuclear Throne cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Nuclear Throne at $8.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Nuclear Throne single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Nuclear Throne: Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, LAN Co-op, Shared/Split Screen. It supports both solo and multiplayer.

Is Nuclear Throne on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Nuclear Throne for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Nuclear Throne out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Dec 5, 2015.

What platforms is Nuclear Throne on?

Nuclear Throne is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Nuclear Throne single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, LAN Co-op, Shared/Split Screen.

How much does Nuclear Throne cost?

Steam lists it at $8.99.

Does Nuclear Throne have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 59 achievements for Nuclear Throne.

What is Nuclear Throne's Metacritic score?

Nuclear Throne has a Metacritic score of 89/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made Nuclear Throne?

Nuclear Throne is developed by Vlambeer and published by Vlambeer.

Where to get Nuclear Throne

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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