Gaijin Entertainment and Matter Team have released Active Matter, a hardcore online shooter that immerses players in a fractured multiverse where the laws of physics are about as reliable as a budget parachute. Available now on PC via Steam and the Gaijin Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series
The central loop sees players assume the role of agents venturing into areas of quantum instability to collect active matter, a rare substance with the ability to warp space and gravity. Raids come in PvPvE and PvE versions, with a dedicated PvP mode also offered for those who want to directly face other players. The mining mechanic is central to the experience, presenting a constant tension between going deeper into an area for better loot and exiting sooner before losing everything you’re carrying. Death sends the agents back to another iteration of the multiverse, so each execution carries real weight.
The weaponry is firmly anchored in actual military hardware. Players can build and customize an arsenal including assault rifles, sniper rifles, shotguns and machine guns, equipping them with authentic scopes, suppressors and other accessories. Drones and civilian and military vehicles are also present in environments that can change drastically, with gravity sometimes flipping the battlefield vertically and ordinary objects becoming deadly. Launch locations include an abandoned Soviet island, a quarantine zone in central Africa, and the ruined streets of an American metropolis, with more fragments of reality promised in future updates.
Three editions are available at launch. The Standard Edition covers the basics with a solid selection of weapons, armor, ammo, and medical supplies. The Advanced Edition expands the starting arsenal, while the Deluxe Edition includes unique cosmetics and the largest gear set of the three. The developers are clear that any edition provides enough to progress through the full game, with player skill ultimately determining how far this kit will take you. Players who purchased the first version through the Gaijin Store can claim access to the Steam version at no additional cost, with cross-progression supported between the two platforms.
A detail worth highlighting for fans of atmospheric soundtracks: Active Matter offers a score of more than a hundred tracks contributed by independent composers, guest artists and approved musicians. Among them is Akira Yamaoka, the legendary composer behind the haunting soundscapes of the Silent Hill series. The soundtrack is available to purchase separately on Steam or as part of the Deluxe Edition, with a release on major streaming platforms also planned. For the latest news and updates, keep an eye on the official Steam page and the Gaijin Entertainment website.
Frequently Asked Questions
On which platforms is Active Matter available?
Active Matter is now available on PC via Steam and the Gaijin Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
When was Active Matter released?
Active Matter launched in 2025 simultaneously on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. All three editions, Standard, Advanced and Deluxe, were made available at launch.
Is Active Matter multiplayer?
Yes. Active Matter features PvPvE and PvE raid modes, as well as dedicated PvP battles where players can fight directly against other agents.
What are the differences between Active Matter editions?
The Standard Edition includes a basic selection of weapons, armor, ammo, and medical supplies. The Advanced Edition expands the starting arsenal and the Deluxe Edition offers the largest package along with unique cosmetics and the game’s soundtrack.
If I purchased the Active Matter Early version from the Gaijin Store, do I get the Steam version?
Yes. Players who purchased the first version through the Gaijin Store can claim access to the Steam version at no additional cost, and progress can be linked between the two versions.
