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1011, The First Ones · Published by To Be Announced
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A shaman-child wanders through a world destroyed by mankind, seeking a cure for his eternal wound. With the aid of a mystical drum, he must connect with a withering planet and purge the evil that controls humanity.
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Explore a world ravaged by humanity as a shaman-child seeks a cure for his eternal wound. Guide your journey through Ancestral Harvest's action-packed adventure, where every step brings you closer to purging the malevolent forces that control the planet.
About this game
A shaman-child wanders through a world destroyed by mankind, seeking a cure for his eternal wound. With the aid of a mystical drum, he must connect with a withering planet and purge the evil that controls humanity.
A Healer's Journey
Since the dawn of time, humans have fought darkness with violence to no avail. Now, it’s your turn to break the cycle, by purging the evil that controls humanity through shamanic healing.
Play songs on a mystical drum to cleanse aggression from those lost to greed. But beware: your enemies will not yield easily.
Restore the Natural Balance
Nature is on the brink of collapse, and yet, it still lends its infinite strength to those with pure hearts. Connect with the land, mend the wounds of the Earth, and witness its forgotten magic.
Uncover Lost Knowledge
Discover an ancient book chronicling humanity’s fall into darkness. Solve cryptic puzzles designed to keep you from the truth. And commune with the spirits of Nature to find a cure for your eternal wound.
FEATURES
A haunting dystopian world where nature clashes against machines.
Intense, rhythmic combat: tactically craft drum beat combinations to heal your foes.
Boss battles: confront humanity's darkest souls and restore their kindness.
Upgrade your shamanic powers: gather pollen from healed plants to enhance your abilities.
An original soundtrack: composed by 1011.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10+ 64-bit
- Processor: i7-3770k/Ryzen 5 1600
- Graphics: 4 GB VRAM GeForce GTX 980/Radeon RX 580
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10+ 64-bit
- Processor: i7-3770k/Ryzen 5 1600
- Graphics: 8 GB VRAM NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Ancestral Harvest has its first ever press article!
Yesterday I woke up speechless to this incredible review by "Still Got Game" on his website. It's the first written review that Ancestral Harvest has ever received, so it means a lot to me! What's more, he captured every single nuance I was trying to convey with the current demo, so I couldn't be happier. Here is one of my favorite bits of the article: Visually, Ancestral Harvest is stunning in a haunting, decayed sort of way. The fusion of natural decay and looming industrial ruins tells a story all on its own. As I restored plants and collected pollen to unlock new shamanic abilities, I felt a real sense of progress—not just mechanically, but emotionally. The world felt like it was breathing again, little by little. What struck me most was the uncertainty of it all. The game doesn’t spoon-feed lore or offer clear explanations at every turn. You’re left to piece together humanity’s fall from grace through the environment and the strange, spiritual remnants scattered throughout. That ambiguity made it feel more immersive, and more personal. Here is the full article if you want to read his review: https://stillgotgame.org/2025/04/30/one-to-watch-ancestral-harvest/ Thank you to everyone that joined the playtest so far, your feedback has been a huge help in refining the game!Read full article on Community Announcements (1011theory)AnnouncementsOfficial
The First Playtest Is Now Live!
Hi everyone, I am really excited to announce that the first open Playtest 🌱 is now live! Go to the store page and click on the "Request Access" button to gain access to the playtest. Join the Discord: https://discord.com/invite/r853xu3dcs This playtest is your opportunity to be among the first to experience the game. Whether you are interested in the lore, the drumming, the art or the puzzle solving, I would love to know what you think. Your feedback will be used to help turn this currently secret slice of the game into the best public demo it can be! Discord is the best place to share your feedback on the current state of Ancestral Harvest and help shape the future of its development. When in-game, you can also press the "Share Feedback" button on the Pause Menu to enter our Discord and join the discussion at any time. Thank you all for being part of Ancestral Harvest! 🪘🪄🌱 Fred (1011) {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45540064/019d545885f040c83ed5f7beeed1223df23d69a1.pngRead full article on Community Announcements (1011theory)AnnouncementsOfficial
Welcome to Ancestral Harvest
Hello everyone, this is Fred, the developer behind Ancestral Harvest. Thank you for stopping by and checking out my game. If you have any questions, or any kind of content you would like to see here, leave a comment. Also - the first demo of the game has been ready for a while, and I'm looking forward to releasing it soon. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45540064/c69d0a0679fabf462c3a46146f12e6654e16a138.pngRead full article on Community Announcements (1011theory)
