Have you noticed we’ve been talking a lot today about various playtests and demos? Well, there’s an event going on that features lots of games having those available, and Arctic Drive is the next one on the list we’re discussing. The game has a playtest going on right now, and the teams at Pebbles Games and Bonus Stage Publishing want you to not only play it, but enjoy the new content within it, and then go bring your friends to play with you! Here are the details:

“The playtest opens up on August 31st for Steam PvE Survival & Crafting Fest, and it comes out with a new trailer!
The scenario mode builds on the true and tested sandbox experience loved by tens of thousands of playtesters and many content creators like Biffmatic and Comodo Gaming.

The scenarios include a more guided way to the game to introduce you to the newest additions and existing mechanics. Build your car, scrap parts and find out what happened to Brian who went to get some more gas to survive. The scenario can be played solo or in co-op with up to 4 players online. The playtest gives gamers 3 additional invites to send out to their friends!”

Does this arctic adventure sound like your cup of tea? Before you get behind the drivers’ seat, you might want to look at these features, too:

• Solo & 2–4 player online co-op: Coordinate roles, share supplies, revive teammates and keep your vehicle rolling through the snow. Immersive physics and vehicle simulation: Cars, trailers, and objects use physics-based interactions. If you can pick something up, you can pack it into the car. But remember, don’t haul too much weight, fuel isscarce out there.
• Procedurally generated arctic world: Drive through a randomized network of roads, point of interests and wilderness every run. Each journey offers new challenges in an open world survival sandbox.Vehicle customization, repair and car maintenance: Prepare for a long drive in the north. Explore to find parts, repair damage, and keep your survival rig tuned like a true automobile sim.
• Survival systems in the cold: Manage hunger, thirst and bodytemperature in a harsh winter climate. Your every decision affects how far your road trip can go.

So what are you waiting for? Jump into the playtest on Steam today!