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Hunted on a frozen planet, astronaut Ariane must brave rugged landscapes and shifting realities to rescue her wounded partner, Thomas. This action-packed sci-fi adventure blends exploration, traversal, and tense stealth gameplay.

2026ActionAdventure26.99 USDWindowsby DON'T NOD
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Frequently asked about Aphelion

Does Aphelion work on Steam Deck?
Aphelion is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Aphelion cost?
Aphelion is listed on Steam at 26.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Aphelion?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Aphelion are Star Wars Outlaws, Life is Strange: Reunion, Mafia: The Old Country.
Who developed Aphelion?
Aphelion was developed by DON'T NOD.

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