By Grit Alone is not just a game but a harrowing experience of frantic combat and deep sci-fi lore. Trapped in the so-called "Bermuda Triangle" of space, players must navigate through deathtrap wreckages, rogue AIs, and hard vacuum—all while battling relentless alien swarms.

Enemies get up close and personal - leaping at the player from the walls, ceilings and floors during frantic combat encounters. There is no inventory or ammo scarcity, instead we focus on constant action, tension and challenge with no let up. You’ll need to be quick on the draw and handy with your futuristic adaptive shotgun to survive the unrelenting alien swarms.

Each ship is the twisted brainchild of one of our incredible writers and tells its own dark tale, delivered through a mix of environmental storytelling, bespoke motion captured ‘holo-logs’ and classic audio and text logs. We bought in star writers and let them run wild, their brief was simple, make it as dark, brutal and weird as you can; players can expect to discover cannibalism, cults, sentient biofuel, assimilation, body horror, ancient warnings and rogue AIs. For lore lovers there is a whole depth of content to discover, but if you're just there for the action, all story content is skippable for an unrelenting alien hunting spree.

By Grit Alone is VR only and as such is designed to be as immersive as possible. It can be played as one continuous cut with no loading screens or chances for the player to catch their breath. Instead of waiting for levels to load, you physically fly ship to ship while trying to avoid being pummelled by asteroids or manoeuvring through ragged ice caves. The constant backdrop of creaking hulls, disgusting squelching alien organisms and the not so distant sound of enemy chittering never lets you forget that you are not alone in this hellhole.

The unique sci-fi anthology narrative features twisted tales from renowned writers, including Antony Johnston (Dead Space, Resident Evil 8) and Emma Beeby (Dr Who, Judge Dredd, Röki).

“Imagine the terrifying intensity of Dead Space or Aliens in a fully immersive VR environment,” says Charlie Cochrane, Founder of Crooks Peak. “By Grit Alone combines brutal combat and dark, intricate storytelling to create a relentless and immersive experience that keeps players on the edge of their seats.”

Key Features:

• Frantic Combat: Prepare for up-close and personal battles with aliens attacking from all directions - if the swarm doesn't take you, the deathtrap wreckages, rogue AIs, or hard vacuum will. With a focus on constant action and tension, players wield a powerful adaptive shotgun to survive unending alien assaults.
• Sci-Fi Anthology Narrative: Each derelict starship presents a unique story crafted by top writers like Antony Johnston (Dead Space, Resident Evil 8) and Emma Beeby (Doctor Who, Judge Dredd). Expect dark, brutal, and weird tales of cannibalism, cults, sentient biofuel, and more.
• Immersive VR Experience: Designed exclusively for VR, the game offers seamless transitions and continuous gameplay without loading screens. Fly between ships, dodge asteroids, and navigate treacherous environments, all while being immersed in the sounds and sights of this cosmic nightmare.
• PEGI 16 Rating: This game is intended for mature audiences due to its intense violence and cosmic horror themes.

By Grit Alone is coming to Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest Pro in September 2024. Pre-orders are now open on the Meta Quest Store.