Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Scars Above is a challenging sci-fi third-person action adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck (playable)
Best current price at Fanatical
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $2.99 (September 2025)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fanatical | $2.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $2.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
Dr Kate Ward is a scientist hauled across space to an unknown planet after a giant alien object shows up above Earth. Cut off from her crewmates, she crosses hostile ground on foot, shoots her way past strange creatures, and tries to piece together what happened to the team. It is a third-person shooter with a science-fiction mystery running underneath.
Combat is demanding and rewards patience over rushing in, so expect to learn from setbacks. The tone is tense and lonely, and the story unfolds at a measured pace. It suits solo players who want a tough action game with a plot to chase. It is single-player only and offers full controller support.
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| Developer | Mad Head Games |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Prime Matter |
| Released | Feb 28, 2023 |
| Languages | 12: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4440 or equivalent | Intel Core i7-4770k or equivalent |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon HD 7870 | GeForce GTX 1070 / GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD RX VEGA 56 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 18 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Sound Card | DirectX Compatible Sound Card | DirectX Compatible Sound Card |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Monitor for the best visuals
Show off Scars Above on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorController
Scars Above plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of Scars Above. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Low-latency mouse
Fast aim in Scars Above needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Graphics card upgrade
Scars Above recommends a strong graphics card. The RTX 5060 is the value upgrade for 1080p with DLSS; the RX 7800 XT handles 1440p at high settings.
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Upgrade pickASRock Radeon RX 7800 XT ChallengerPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $2.99 in September 2025.
The best current price we found is $2.99 at Fanatical, against a usual price of $29.99.
Buy now. Buy now. Matches the lowest price we have on record ($2.99). A sale is unlikely to beat this price by much.
