The hardcore side-view co-op shooter BLACKOUT: Zero Point has launched its first playable demo on Steam as of July 31, developer Silo A/C Operation (CEO Kang Jun-an) announced.
Set in a dystopian near-future where the Earth Federation has collapsed due to a viral outbreak, BLACKOUT puts players in the shoes of elite operatives tasked with reclaiming quarantined zones in a tactical 1–4 player co-op shooter experience.
Demo Details
The demo features:
- 3 unique campaign stages
- Approx. 2 hours of gameplay
- Single-player and online co-op (up to 4 players)
Players can experience:
- Strategic gunplay
- Objective-based missions such as base cleansing and data hacking
- High-difficulty content that demands coordination and tactical planning
Award-Winning Indie Anticipated by Global Fans
Even in its early development, BLACKOUT has drawn notable attention:
1st place at the 17th Gyeonggi Game Audition Grand Prize in the university division at GIGDC 2023 Nominee for Best Student Game at the Unity Awards 2023 Nominations at BIC 2023 for Best Action and Best Multiplayer Game Recently named a Finalist in the 2025 Global Game Dev Contest (GDWC) in the Best Student Game category
Developer’s Message
CEO Kang Jun-an stated:
“This demo marks our first opportunity to meet players worldwide ahead of the full release. We hope players enjoy the intense atmosphere and high-difficulty co-op combat of BLACKOUT. We look forward to your feedback, which will help us further polish the game.”
What’s Next for BLACKOUT
- Scheduled to appear in Steam Next Fest in February 2026
- Planned Early Access launch shortly after
- Console releases are also under consideration
The demo is free to download on Steam for all registered users. For more details and to play the demo: