Terminal Shift

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• Patch Notes·24 Apr 2026Official

  Terminal Shift - Patch 1.0.1

  PATCH NOTES:Improved the UV light anomaly, revealing the number more vividly.Improved the flashlight with slightly longer radius.Rebalanced the entity mechanic, applying slightly less pulling force on the player's camera.Fixed a bug where some of the formed boxes don't fully render from specific distances.
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• Announcements·15 Apr 2026Official

  Terminal Shift is Out Now!

  Hello horror games enthusiasts! I'm thrilled to announce that Terminal Shift is now released on Steam!GAME SUMMARYTerminal Shift is a psychological horror game set in a deserted airport terminal, which has been twisted into a terrifying looping nightmare. Escape by gathering numbers for the access code and surviving encounters with a threatening entity.Each loop contains a hidden number for the full access code. The number can be anywhere on the surface of the airport or can also be hidden as formed objects and even in visual patterns with unusual occurrences. The code is procedurally generated and changes every loop, storing your input along the way.KEY FEATURESImmersive and realistic experience with minimal user interface and a chilling atmosphere.Dynamic player movement system with immersive camera.Explore an endless airport terminal and survive encounters with a deadly entity.Search and analyze hidden numbers, throughout the loops.VHS camera mode with zooming mechanic.Multiple difficulty game modes.GAME REVIEWSPlease make sure to leave a review after playing, as reviews are important post-launch. Describe how it feels to play the game, what you liked and what you didn't, what needs to be improved/added, as I will be taking it as feedback.GAME SCREENSHOTSGAMEPLAY TRAILER
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• Announcements·15 Mar 2026Official

  Terminal Shift - Release Date

  Hello horror and endlessly looping games fans! The development cycle of Terminal Shift is almost finished and the game is releasing soon!Game SummaryTerminal Shift is a psychological horror game set in a deserted airport terminal, which has been twisted into a terrifying looping nightmare. Escape by gathering numbers for the access code and surviving encounters with a threatening entity.Each loop contains a hidden number for the full access code. The number can be anywhere on the surface of the airport or can also be hidden as formed objects and even in visual patterns with unusual occurrences. The code is procedurally generated and changes every loop, storing your input along the way.Key FeaturesImmersive and realistic experience with minimal user interface and a chilling atmosphere.Dynamic player movement system with immersive camera.Explore an endless airport terminal and survive encounters with a deadly entity.Search and analyze hidden numbers, throughout the loops.VHS camera mode with zooming mechanic.Multiple difficulty game modes.Release DateThe game is releasing on April 15, 2026 8:00 Pacific time. The game will launch with the most final version 1.0.0 as it is not in early access, but will continue to receive updates.Gameplay Trailer
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• Community & Events·23 Feb 2026Official

  Play the Demo as part of Steam Next Fest

  Steam Next Fest is once again here! Play the demo of Terminal Shift and immerse yourself in a deserted airport terminal, which has been twisted into a terrifying looping nightmare. Search and analyze hidden numbers, throughout the loops and escape by breaking the code for the boarding gates.Short Summary:Terminal Shift is a psychological horror game set in a deserted airport terminal, which has been twisted into a terrifying looping nightmare. Escape by gathering numbers for the access code and surviving encounters with a threatening entity.Demo Information:The demo has limited content as its a small part of the main game. The main game will feature a longer access code, more ways for the numbers to be hidden and multiple difficulty game modes.Playtime: 10-30 min.
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• Announcements·9 Dec 2025Official

  Terminal Shift - Gameplay Trailer

  Hello horror game fans! If you've visited the steam page today, you may have noticed that there is a new trailer with updated screenshots.GAMEPLAY TRAILERSHORT SUMMARYTerminal Shift is a psychological horror game that takes place in a deserted airport terminal, which has been twisted into a terrifying, looping nightmare. Escape by gathering numbers for the access code, while surviving encounters with a deadly entity.DEMO UPDATE NEWSThe demo has been updated to v0.9.4 featuring new improvements, optimizations and a bunch of new features (also from previous updates) such as: VHS interface modeNew UI elementsImproved flashlightImproved atmosphere with dust particlesImproved visuals with more fidelityAlso fixed some minor bugs.GAME RELEASE DATE NEWSIt's official! Terminal Shift is set to launch on April 15, 2026. There are still a lot of things that need to be done, because my goal is to release the game with as much as content and variety possible, including multiple difficulty modes, each applying different difficulty and horror.If you haven't yet, make sure to Wishlist Terminal Shift to be notified of future news and when releases. Also, it really helps me and the game! Thanks for the support!
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