Game
Early Access App 2599690
Better Than Dead
MONTE GALLO · published by MicroProse Software · released May 12, 2026
A brutal bodycam revenge FPS set in Hong Kong. Slide into bullet time, fight up close, learn each environment's rhythm, and turn every run into a faster, bloodier revenge scene.
Price
-20%$11.99
$14.99
Reviews
73%
1,623 · Mostly Positive
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24h peak
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all-time seen 20
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YouTube activity
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videos · 30 d26
creators338K
views · 1 yTwitch activity
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avg viewers · 30 d56
hours watched · 30 d11
streamers · 30 dProduct info
from Steam's PICS · read 1d ago- Change number
- 40,884,861 · seen 1d ago
- Public build
- 26,624,675 · Nov 12, 2026 (1d ago)
- Operating systems
- windows
- Architecture
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- Install size
- 11 GB · 6.1 GB download
- Install folder
Better than Dead- Controller support
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- Metacritic
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- Homepage
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- Release state
- released
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Steam Deck
PlayableTested Oct 6, 2026 on build 25,439,266
- !Default controller config not fully functional
- !Controller glyphs do not match deck device
- !Interface text is not legible
- !Default configuration is not performant
- ✓Default controller config fully functional
Branches · 2
every build Steam serves for this app| Branch | Build | Updated | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| public | 26,624,675 | Nov 12, 2026 · 1d ago | |
| btd_playtest_01 | 24,552,671 | Aug 24, 2026 · 2mo ago | closed Playtest |
Build history
every build id we have seen on a branch (history starts with our first read)| Build | Branch | Released | First seen |
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| 26,624,675 | public | Nov 12, 2026 18:32 | 1d ago |
| 26,431,919 | public | Nov 11, 2026 19:51 | 2d ago |
| 25,439,266 | public | Sep 25, 2026 18:08 | 4d ago |
| 24,552,671 | btd_playtest_01 | Aug 24, 2026 15:01 | 4d ago |
Depots · 3
content of the public branchLaunch options · 1
| Executable | OS | Description |
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BTD.exe |
windows 64-bit |
Languages · 5
| Language | Interface | Full audio | Subtitles |
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| English | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Korean | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Japanese | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Simplified Chinese | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Traditional Chinese | ✓ | — | ✓ |
Packages · 1
all packages| Sub | Name | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 932969 | Better Than Dead | Store or CD key | $14.99 |
Bundles · 1
all bundles| Bundle | Games | Bundle discount | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| COP BASTARD x Better than Dead | 2 | -10% | $25.18 |
Change numbers
all changes#40,884,861 · 1d ago#40,884,302 · 1d ago#40,847,038 · 2d ago#40,846,814 · 2d ago#40,840,036 · 2d ago
Updates · patch notes
Steam announcements tagged as patch notes, linked to the public build they followed
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| Nov 11, 2026 | Better Than Dead — Major Update 0.50: Three New Missions Better Than Dead: Major Update 0.500 - Three New Missions Update 0.500 is now live. This is one of the largest updates to Better Than Dead since its Early Access release. The main addition is three completely new missions, expanding the main run and bringing it to an important milestone: with these additions, I now consider To Hell, the first main run, complete. Better Than Dead is still in Early |
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| Jul 15, 2026 | Major Update 0.30 is live: Level Select + New Mission Better Than Dead: Level Select + New Mission Update is live The Level Select Update is now live. For Better Than Dead, this is an important update because it brings the game closer to the structure I want it to have when finished. It will also make it easier for me to manage individual missions and add new ones in future updates. For players, completed missions can now be replayed directly from th |
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| Jun 11, 2026 | Update 0.20 is live: Training Range, improved aiming, and bullet penetration Better Than Dead Update 0.20 is live This update adds the first version of the new Training Range. After completing the first level, the Training Range will be unlocked and can be accessed from the main menu. Training Range For now, the Training Range is mainly designed for new players who want to try the aiming system, practice with the pistol, and understand the basic rhythm of Better Than Dead |
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| May 28, 2026 | Update 0.196: prop collision fixes and technical improvements Update 0.196 is now live. This is a small technical update focused on cleaner prop collision, clearer input recommendations, and general fixes. -Fixed an issue where some physical props could continue blocking player bullets after being shot. -Added clearer in-game messages recommending mouse and keyboard. -Fixed controller stick drift and adjusted experimental controller input for better basic us |
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| May 23, 2026 | Update 0.195: Warehouse level layout improvements, enemy hit feedback and more Improved the warehouse (BLOOD FUNDS THIS) level layout, fixing some areas where players could leave the playable area and correcting some mesh collision issues. Improved enemy hit feedback for certain hit reactions. Updated some old tips and subtitles to better reflect the current state of the game. General bug fixes and collision improvements. Thanks as always for the feedback. Additional note: I |
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| May 20, 2026 | Update 0.194: fix for civilians blocking the player, end-of-level bug and more Update 0.194 is now live -Fixed an issue where civilians could block the player in tight spaces. -Fixed an issue where the player could still be damaged or killed after reaching the end-of-level screen. -Added clearer in-game labels for upcoming Early Access features. -Updated a few textures. Thanks as always for the feedback. |
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| May 18, 2026 | Update 0.193: music volume fix, restart option and more This update adds a few requested fixes and options: -Fixed the music volume settings. -Added a Restart Level option to the pause menu. -Added the completed level name to the end-of-level screen. -Added Traditional Chinese localization. Thanks as always for the feedback. |
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| May 15, 2026 | Update 0.192: weapon sight alignment improved Update 0.192 is now live. This update focuses on the weapon sight alignment. I adjusted the weapon position and sight alignment to make aiming and shooting feel more consistent. This was one of the most common points of feedback after release, so I wanted to address it as soon as possible. BTD is still meant to feel physical, raw, and aggressive, but the weapon should now feel clearer and more rel |
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| May 14, 2026 | Update 0.191 Update 0.191 is now live. This is a small update focused on a few fixes and improvements: -Added a Discord button to the main menu. -Updated a few textures. -Fixed some issues in the rooftop area of Built on Nothing where players could get stuck. Hopefully that section should now feel smoother to play. Thank you as always for the feedback. |
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| May 13, 2026 | Update 0.19: Faster Restarts and Cleaner Corner Hits Update 0.19 is a small gameplay clarity and flow update. I improved shot collision around corners, edges, and walls. Hits should now feel more precise when shooting near tight geometry. I also reduced the death screen duration by half. Since Better Than Dead is a fast and lethal game where death can happen often, this should help keep the rhythm of the action moving better. Thank you for the feedb |
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| May 12, 2026 | Small Launch Update: How to Survive This update changes the opening screen text to make the basic combat flow clearer for new players.Better Than Dead is not a cover shooter. Sliding triggers bullet time. Use it to rush in, get close, and shoot aggressively at close range.Killing enemies helps you stay alive. Killing civilians makes every mistake more dangerous. Thank you for the day one feedback. I’m reading it carefully and will k |
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