Build a Prosperous City in Life Below
Kasedo Games and Megapop have officially revealed the release date for their upcoming underwater city builder Life Below, confirming that the game will launch exclusively on PC via Steam on May 26, 2026. The announcement arrives alongside a brand-new trailer that offers a closer look at the environmental dangers and complex systems players will need to manage beneath the ocean’s surface.
Life Below presents a unique spin on the city-building genre, developed in collaboration with marine biologists and acclaimed writer Rhianna Pratchett. Instead of constructing traditional cities, players will nurture and expand a living coral reef. The goal is to attract diverse marine species, boost biodiversity, and carefully balance an evolving ecosystem underwater.
The latest trailer emphasizes just how fragile these ecosystems can be. Players must respond to a wide range of dynamic threats, including invasive species, coral bleaching, jellyfish swarms, rising ocean temperatures, pollution waves, and even oil spills. Each challenge requires thoughtful adaptation to ensure the reef survives and thrives over time.
Ahead of its release, Life Below will also be featured during the upcoming Earth Appreciation Festival on Steam. As part of the event, Megapop will host a live developer stream on April 25. It will showcase fresh gameplay, new mechanics, and behind-the-scenes insights into the game’s development.
With its mix of strategy and environmental awareness, it is shaping up to be a thoughtful addition to the genre. You can go ahead and wishlist the game right now on Steam for future updates.