Stranded: Life Afloat in Raft (2018)
Raft (released in 2018) is a multiplayer survival title that drops you onto a tiny platform in the middle of an endless ocean. You and other players must use creativity and resourcefulness to stay alive as you scavenge, build, and fend off dangers while drifting across the sea.
What the game asks of you
At its heart the objective is simple: survive. You begin on a basic raft and rely on a fishing hook and other simple tools to gather raw materials. Those resources are your lifeline—some let you deal with immediate threats, while others help you improve your living space and long-term chances of survival.
Tools, hazards, and priorities
- Armaments and tools for defense are essential; you’ll need them to drive off sharks and other perils that strike your raft.
- Construction components let you enlarge and fortify the raft, add decorative touches, or build additional platforms to create a true floating shelter.
Activities and exploration
- Travel to nearby islands and investigate derelict ships to find rare materials and useful items.
- Use fishing and simple crafting to supply food, water, and basic building parts.
- Expand your raft, reinforce weak points, and outfit it with better gear to improve survivability.
- Engage in combat when predators or environmental hazards threaten your progress.
Building and progression
Raft blends survival mechanics with a block- and crafting-focused approach reminiscent of sandbox builders. The emphasis isn’t only on the raft itself—your journey will take you off the platform to scavenge resources and uncover opportunities that encourage both short-term survival and long-term ingenuity.
Technical
- Android
- Free