Escape from Tarkov with ducks: New looter shooter demo hits #1 on Steam charts

Escape From Duckov is a playful nod to Escape from Tarkov, a landmark in the survival shooter genre. In its intense raids, players explore treacherous zones to scavenge weapons and gear. But caution is key, danger could be around any corner. The real tension comes from the high stakes: if you die, you lose everything you've collected. This risk is what keeps the adrenaline pumping.

Duckov follows a similar formula but introduces base building as a key feature. Players can construct their own infrastructure, which serves both as a safe haven and a strategic asset. Over time, you can expand your base to store more loot, craft stronger weapons and ultimately transform into a formidable bird soldier, ready to dominate future missions.

Instead of a grim, realistic setting, Escape from Duckov immerses players in a vibrant yet equally perilous world. Unlike Escape from Tarkov, this is a purely single-player experience with gameplay viewed from a top-down perspective rather than first-person.

Demo available, release planned for the second half of 2025

Escape From Duckov is being developed by Team Soda and published in partnership with Bilibili. A demo version has been available on Steam since January 24 and will remain playable until February 10, offering 6 to 8 hours of gameplay. The game has been well-received by the Steam community, boasting a 92% "very positive" rating from 68 reviews at the time of research. It’s also claimed the top spot on Steam’s "Trending Free" charts.