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Of Peaks and Tides

Open World, Survival, Crafting, Action RPG, Adventure

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$59.99

Of Peaks and Tides is an ambitious open-world crafting survival RPG deeply rooted in ancient Eastern mythology. Players awaken as a member of the Nolands in the fractured realm of Everland, a world devastated by a great war between gods and mortals. The central objective is to survive, cleanse the calamities left behind by the gods, and restore the former glory of the human tribes. The game is built on an intuitive physics system where the world responds to every choice, emphasizing emergent gameplay. Players will forage, craft, build custom bases, tame massive creatures, and leverage the environment itself as a weapon in fluid, tactical combat.

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star_borderstar_borderstar_borderstar_borderstar_border(13 Ratings)$59.99Open World, Survival, Crafting, Action RPG, Adventure

Of Peaks and Tides is an ambitious open-world crafting survival RPG deeply rooted in ancient Eastern mythology. Players awaken as a member of the Nolands in the fractured realm of Everland, a world devastated by a great war between gods and mortals. The central objective is to survive, cleanse the calamities left behind by the gods, and restore the former glory of the human tribes. The game is built on an intuitive physics system where the world responds to every choice, emphasizing emergent gameplay. Players will forage, craft, build custom bases, tame massive creatures, and leverage the environment itself as a weapon in fluid, tactical combat.

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Themes

Eastern MythologySurvivalCraftingOpen WorldBase BuildingMonster TamingPhysics-Based Gameplay
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Of Peaks and Tides Key Specifications

Key Specifications for Of Peaks and Tides
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EngineUnreal Engine 5
GenreOpen World, Survival, Crafting
Release Window2026
DeveloperCyancookGames
PublisherCyancookGames
SettingAncient Eastern Mythology
PerspectiveThird-Person
PlatformsPC (Steam)
MultiplayerOnline Co-op
Unique FeatureA physics-based sandbox where players can strategically manipulate the environment and natural disasters to their advantage in survival and combat.

info_outline Note: OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS from the game's Steam page. These specifications are for the pre-release build and may be subject to change. The game is noted to be very demanding.

laptop_windows Laptop Performance Note: Laptop performance will vary significantly based on the model's cooling and TGP. The game's high RAM requirement and physics-driven environment can be very demanding on mobile hardware.

info_outline GPU TGP: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU would be essential to handle the advanced graphical features and maintain stable framerates.

info_outline Cooling Thermals: The game's complex physics and large open world will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.

info_outline CPU Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the emergent gameplay systems and complex environmental interactions.

info_outline MUX Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus would be a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance.

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Of Peaks and Tides System Requirements

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tune Minimum (Official - Target: 720p, 30 FPS, Low Preset) – Low Preset.

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CPU: Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (The official minimum CPU required to play the game.)
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Laptop CPU: Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 5 5600H or better. (A modern mid-range laptop CPU is needed for minimum playability.)
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GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT (16GB) (Official minimum desktop GPU, notable for its very high VRAM requirement.)
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Laptop GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB) or RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB). (A powerful laptop GPU is needed even for minimum settings due to the VRAM demand.)
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RAM: 32 GB (A substantial 32GB RAM is the official minimum requirement.)
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Storage: 150 GB HDD (SSD Preferred) (An HDD is supported, but an SSD is strongly recommended.)

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Of Peaks and Tides Laptop Recommendations

MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen more_vert

memory Intel Core I7 12700 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 3070 140W

storage 32GB DDR4-3200MHz

1349

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Model: MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen

memory CPU: Intel Core I7 12700 H (Score: 900)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3070 (Score: 6600) @ 140W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR4-3200MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060) more_vert

memory Intel Core I9 14900 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 4060 140W

storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

1749

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Model: Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)

memory CPU: Intel Core I9 14900 H (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4060 (Score: 6700) @ 140W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7 more_vert

memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435 HS

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 3050 75W

storage 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

799

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Model: ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7

memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7435 HS (Score: 1655)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3050 (Score: 7220) @ 75W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070 more_vert

memory Intel Core I9 14900 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 4070

storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

1699

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Model: MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070

memory CPU: Intel Core I9 14900 H (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4070 (Score: 8700)

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX) more_vert

memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940 HX

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5060 115W

storage 32GB DDR5-5200MHz

1689

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Model: HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)

memory CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8940 HX (Score: 2225)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5060 (Score: 9000) @ 115W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5200MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA / FHD+)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9 more_vert

memory Intel Core I9 12950 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 3080 TI 175W

storage 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

2499

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Model: ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9

memory CPU: Intel Core I9 12950 H (Score: 1054)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3080 TI (Score: 9100) @ 175W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-4800MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen more_vert

memory Intel Core I9 14900 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 4080

storage 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz

2699

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Model: HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen

memory CPU: Intel Core I9 14900 H (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4080 (Score: 10500)

storage RAM: 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) more_vert

memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5070 115W

storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

2299

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Model: GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)

memory CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5070 (Score: 12000) @ 115W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 2000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen) more_vert

memory Intel Core I9 14900 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5070 115W

storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

1679

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Model: MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)

memory CPU: Intel Core I9 14900 H (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5070 (Score: 12000) @ 115W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) more_vert

memory Intel Core I9 14900 H

developer_board NVIDIA RTX 5070 115W

storage 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

2098.99

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Model: Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)

memory CPU: Intel Core I9 14900 H (Score: 1200)

developer_board GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5070 (Score: 12000) @ 115W TGP

storage RAM: 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

save Storage: 1000GB NVMe

desktop_windows Display: 2560 x 1440 (QHD)

Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_720p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset.).

  • Core Requirements

  • desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit Required)

    A modern 64-bit OS is a firm requirement.

  • memoryDirectX: Version 12

    DirectX 12 is required.

  • save_altStorage Note: 150 GB available space (SSD Preferred)

    The game requires 150 GB of storage. An SSD is preferred for better performance, though an HDD is supported for minimum settings.

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Of Peaks and Tides: Map Size and Regions

The game features a vast, seamless open world with diverse biomes, including lush valleys and rugged peaks. Exploration is a key pillar, with traversal possible by land, sea, and air via tamed winged creatures.

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Of Peaks and Tides: Post-Launch Content / DLC

Plans for post-launch content or DLC have not yet been announced by CyancookGames.

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Of Peaks and Tides Skills & Upgrades Overview

Progression revolves around survival, crafting, and building. Players forage for resources to craft everything from simple tools to 'roaring engines of war'. There is no traditional skill tree mentioned; instead, progression is tied to what the player builds and the creatures they tame.

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Of Peaks and Tides: Game Editions

Details on different game editions have not yet been announced. A playable demo will be available for the first time at Gamescom 2025.

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Of Peaks and Tides: Cross-Platform / Crossplay

Details regarding cross-platform play for the game's co-op mode have not yet been announced.

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Of Peaks and Tides Specific Game Elements

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Of Peaks and Tides Weapons

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    Crafted Weapons (Varies (Melee, Ranged))

    Players will craft their own arsenal of weapons from resources found in the world. The exact types have not been detailed but will likely include swords, bows, and spears.

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    The Environment (Strategic)

    The world itself is a weapon. Players can trigger floods, use shifting terrain for traps, or manipulate plant growth to defeat enemies.

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    War Engines (Siege)

    The crafting system allows for the creation of large-scale 'engines of war,' suggesting players can build and use siege equipment like catapults or cannons for defending their base.

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Of Peaks and Tides Vehicles

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    Tamed Winged Creatures (Mount / Air Traversal)

    The primary mode of aerial transportation. Players can tame and ride massive flying beasts to explore the vast open world from the sky.

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Of Peaks and Tides Characters

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    The Noland - Playable Protagonist (playable)

    A member of the Noland people who awakens in the fractured realm of Everland. The player's goal is to survive and restore their people to glory.

Top 3 Characters:

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Noland (Player): The protagonist, a member of a nomadic people, whose destiny is to reshape the fractured world. 2. The Ancient Deities: While not present, their lingering power and wrath act as the primary antagonistic force in the world through the calamities they've left behind. 3. The Great Beasts: Massive, tamable creatures that can be turned from wild threats into loyal partners for traversal and defense.

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Of Peaks and Tides Missions / Objectives

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    Base Building & Defense

    Objective: A core gameplay loop of constructing and defending a custom base or village from the world's dangers, including destructive calamities and untamed beasts.

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    Reclaim the Legacy

    Objective: The main overarching quest to restore the glory of the human tribes by surviving, building a new civilization, and cleansing the calamities from the land.

Top 3 Missions/Objectives:

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Restore

the Human Tribes: The overarching objective to rebuild civilization and reclaim the legacy of the ancients. 2. Cleanse the Calamities: A recurring objective to deal with the destructive forces of wind, thunder, water, and flame that plague the land. 3. Build a Home: A core survival goal that involves clearing land, raising life, and constructing a defensible stronghold to anchor your presence in the world.

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Of Peaks and Tides Companions / Summons

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    Co-op Teammates (Human (Player))

    Ability: The game supports online co-op, allowing players to team up to survive, build, and explore together.

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    Tamed Beasts (Varies (Winged Creatures, etc.))

    Ability: Players can form bonds with the wild creatures of Everland, turning them into loyal partners. These companions can be used for aerial traversal and likely assist in base defense.

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Of Peaks and Tides Collectibles

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    Divine Relics

    Location/Use: The ruins of the ancient civilization, holding powerful materials and lore about the world before the great war.

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    Resources

    Location/Use: Found throughout the world, from 'brittle twigs and scattered stones' to rare materials from divine relics. Everything can be a resource for the limitless crafting system.

Top 3 Collectibles:

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Resources

The primary collectible, as 'everything can be a resource'. This includes brittle twigs, scattered stones, and parts from creatures. 2. Divine Relics: Remnants of the old world left in ruins after the great war, likely providing lore or unique crafting materials. 3. Unique Beasts: Taming and forming bonds with the untamed creatures of the land is a core part of progression.

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Of Peaks and Tides Armor

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    Crafted Armor

    Focus/Stats: Players will be able to craft their own armor from materials gathered from the environment and defeated beasts. Armor will likely provide protection against physical damage and environmental calamities.

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Of Peaks and Tides Clothing / Appearance

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    Functional Armor Sets

    Details: Customization is primarily functional through the crafting and equipping of different armor sets. Each set will have a unique appearance reflecting the game's mythological Eastern aesthetic.

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Of Peaks and Tides Other Features & Info

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    Multiplayer Modes

    The game can be played solo or with companions in online co-operative multiplayer.

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    Story and Setting

    Set in the fractured realm of Everland, a world torn asunder by a war between gods and mortals. Players, as a member of the Nolands, must survive in this chaotic land, cleanse the calamities left by the gods, and work to restore the glory of the ancient human tribes. The narrative is deeply rooted in ancient Eastern mythology.

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    Top 3 Gameplay Mechanics
    1. 1. Environmental Manipulation: The core combat and survival strategy. Players can leverage the environment and natural disasters (floods, sandstorms, etc.) to their advantage against colossal monsters and other threats. 2. Limitless Crafting & Building: A deep crafting system that allows players to build everything from basic tools to war machines and custom bases, even atop tamed animals. 3. Creature Taming: The ability to form bonds with and ride massive wild creatures, including giant flying beasts, for exploration and defense.
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Of Peaks and Tides Frequently Asked Questions

  • help_outline What is Of Peaks and Tides?
    It is an upcoming open-world survival crafting game set in a world based on ancient Eastern mythology. It features a deep physics system that allows players to manipulate the environment to their advantage.
  • help_outline When will it be released?
    The game is scheduled for release on PC in 2026.
  • help_outline What makes the gameplay unique?
    Its core unique feature is the ability to strategically use natural disasters and environmental physics as a tool in combat and survival. It also features limitless crafting and the ability to tame massive creatures.
  • help_outline Who is making the game?
    The game is being developed by CyancookGames, an independent studio in China composed of veterans who have worked on titles like Diablo Immortal and Naraka Bladepoint.