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Shortest Trip to Earth

Developed by Interactive Fate · Published by Interactive Fate

ActionAdventureIndieSimulationStrategy
StatusOut now ReleaseAug 15, 2019 Price$5.97 Steam reviews1,256

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, Linux
ModesSingle-player
Price$5.97
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Steam reviews1,256
Languages1
Achievements78
DLC3

Overview

An action, adventure, indie game by Interactive Fate, published by Interactive Fate — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Shortest Trip to Earth is a roguelike spaceship simulator focused on exploration, ship management and tactical battles. Embark on a perilous journey across the universe with nuclear missiles, armed crew and a cat.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsMostly Positive — 77% positive of 1,390
Owners (est.)200000 – 500000
Peak players3
Player-voted tags:Rogue-liteSpaceStrategySurvivalSci-fiExplorationResource ManagementDifficultAction RoguelikeSpaceshipsRogue-likeChoices Matter

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 Shortest Trip to Earth.

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

System requirements (PC)

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

Minimum

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10 - 64 bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD4400 or dedicated DX11 GPU (1280x720)
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 600 MB available space

Recommended

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Microsoft Windows 10 - 64 bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 or equivalent
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 1050 (1920x1080)
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 600 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Large screen highly recommended (24" or better)

Supported languages (1)

English

Shortest Trip to Earth 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 Shortest Trip to Earth?

Steam classifies Shortest Trip to Earth as a Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Interactive Fate. Shortest Trip to Earth is a roguelike spaceship simulator focused on exploration, ship management and tactical battles. Embark on a perilous journey across the universe with nuclear missiles, armed crew and a cat.

How much does Shortest Trip to Earth cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Shortest Trip to Earth at $5.97. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Shortest Trip to Earth single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Shortest Trip to Earth: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Shortest Trip to Earth on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

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

Is Shortest Trip to Earth out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Aug 15, 2019.

What platforms is Shortest Trip to Earth on?

Shortest Trip to Earth is listed for Windows, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Shortest Trip to Earth single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Shortest Trip to Earth cost?

Steam lists it at $5.97.

Does Shortest Trip to Earth have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 78 achievements for Shortest Trip to Earth.

Who made Shortest Trip to Earth?

Shortest Trip to Earth is developed by Interactive Fate and published by Interactive Fate.

Where to get Shortest Trip to Earth

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

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