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SCUM 1.0 is here: The big release update is taking off

Written on

Jun 18, 2025

About the game

Developer

Gamepires

Studio

Devolver Digital

Release

Aug 29, 2018

Genres

Adventure, Open-World, Survival

Platforms

Windows

After years in Early Access, the time has finally come: SCUM officially reached version 1.0 on June 17, 2025.

The hardcore survival title from Gamepires is thus leaving the long development phase and entering the full release phase - with noticeable improvements, new content and a clear focus on future-proofing.

What does the 1.0 update for SCUM bring?

The move to the full version not only brings stability improvements, but also gameplay and technical innovations:

  • πŸ”§ Stronger performance - improved FPS, optimized server structure and fewer lags

  • 🌍 Revamped game world - new areas and visual upgrades for existing regions

  • πŸ”« Gameplay finishing - Balancing of weapons, AI behavior and new animation systems

  • 🧰 Bug fixes & quality of life - Hundreds of issues fixed since the Early Access period

  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Future roadmap - 1.0 is the starting signal - new features are already in the works

SCUM leaves the shadow of the Early Access period

Gamepires emphasizes that the release of SCUM 1.0 marks the start of a new phase. The focus is now on long-term development, regular updates and a stable foundation for everyday PvE and PvP survival.

The community is already in a positive mood: Initial reports speak of noticeable progress, fewer technical problems and a generally smoother gaming experience.

Conclusion

SCUM 1.0 is not just a technical update, but a real statement: the game is mature, more powerful and future-proof. If you've only been following SCUM on the sidelines so far, you should get on board now - because from now on: no more test runs, the game now really counts.

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About the game

Developer

Gamepires

Studio

Devolver Digital

Release

Aug 29, 2018

Genres

Adventure, Open-World, Survival

Platforms

Windows