Last updated: March 12, 2026
Why ASKA Is Trending Right Now
A new Viking age dawns with you at its helm. Forge a thriving colony from nothing in this mythic open-world survival sim. Earn the gods' favor and survive in a land ruled by ancient terrors and unforgiving seasons. Rally unique villagers, expand your settlement and defend your tribe - solo or co-op!
Key Stats
Trending in the Steam Sim category with 2,789 concurrent players and +325/wk followers gained this week.
What the Community Is Saying
Players rate ASKA Mixed based on 9,374 Steam reviews. With 79% positive reviews, the community response is clear.
An excellent survival, settlement building game. The thing that keeps bringing me back is how " alive " the villiage feels with all the villagers going about their tasks and leisure according to their scheduals. There's always something to do and problems to solve. Looking forward to seeing how this game develops.
giving this game a thumbs up for the fact that for the past 3 hours i kept thinking my villagers where dieing or getting attacked but no.... they scream when they poop. absolutely wild.
Aska combines fun elements of colony sim with survival game. There is definitely some jank but it didn't stop me from having a great ~40 hours of gameplay. During that time I was very addicted in the way something like Rimworld draws me in. I didn't explore/do everything available to me, I just sort of got my early access fill. I'll likely play more whenever it proper releases. I rate this game a 8/10 as it is currently.
Like others said, pretty grind heavy. I think the focus of the game is definitely the village building aspect, and not exploring or fighting enemies, as the boss enemies are far too hard until you reach mid game gear. We found ourselves basically not really engaging in enemies and just building our village, for 17 hours. I think we're nearing to the point were we may have good enough gear to fight the shipwreck boss!
While the settlers intelligence could use a little refinement, truly I think this is a fantastic game. The develops have really done a great job.
Early access bugs and issues, a enjoyable game but its early in development and that is a pain. This is a Good game. I enjoy the grind in crafting and survival mechanics. But the NPC pathing, and logic is frustrating. Its hard to reach a flow state, one mistake in logic will make you have to backtrack and the grind seems like too much at times. But, honestly, i want to keep playing as the devs resolve things.
Should You Play It? Pros & Cons
✅ Reasons to Play
- Active multiplayer — easy to find matches
- Great solo experience — no need to rely on others
- Expansive open world with lots to explore
❌ Things to Consider
- Paid title at $14.99 — try a demo or wishlist first
- Limited review data — game may be new or niche
- Early Access — content and polish still in progress
Should You Play ASKA?
ASKA holds mostly positive reviews on Steam with a 80% positive rating, generally well-regarded by players. It attracts a healthy 2,789 players at peak, showing strong player retention for a Sim title. While not universally loved, the majority of players find it worth their time.
ASKA is reasonably priced at $14.99 on Steam, developed by Sand Sailor Studio. Simulation fans who enjoy detailed systems, management depth, and relaxing (or chaotic) gameplay loops will get a lot out of ASKA. The sim genre rewards patience, and this title delivers.
Should You Play ASKA?
ASKA holds mostly positive reviews on Steam with a 80% positive rating, generally well-regarded by players. It attracts a healthy 2,789 players at peak, showing strong player retention for a game title. While not universally loved, the majority of players find it worth their time.
ASKA is reasonably priced at $14.99 on Steam, developed by Sand Sailor Studio. Players who enjoy the game genre and want something currently trending on Steam will find ASKA worth checking out.
Common Questions About ASKA
Is ASKA worth playing?
ASKA by Sand Sailor Studio — A new Viking age dawns with you at its helm. Forge a thriving colony from nothing in this mythic open-world survival sim. Earn the gods' favor and survive in a land ruled by ancient terrors and unforgiving seasons. Rally unique villagers, expand your settlement and defend your tribe - solo or co-op!
How much does ASKA cost?
ASKA costs $14.99 on Steam. Prices may vary by region and during sales.
What kind of game is ASKA?
ASKA is a Sim game by Sand Sailor Studio, available on PC via Steam. Community tags: Early Access, Colony Sim, Survival, Open World Survival Craft, Multiplayer.
Who made ASKA?
ASKA was developed by Sand Sailor Studio and published by Thunderful Publishing. Released Jun 20, 2024.
Is it free to play?
ASKA is a paid game on Steam. Check the Steam store page for current pricing and any active discounts.
How many people play ASKA?
Player counts for ASKA vary. It appears in TrendingGames.gg's top-1000 tracked games, indicating active Steam followers and community interest.
