Where can you play Shroom and Gloom right now?
You can play Shroom and Gloom on Steam in Early Access or download its free Steam demo on Windows and macOS. An older free prototype remains on itch.io from September 2024. The game entered Steam Early Access on September 10, 2026; no console or mobile versions have been announced.
Quick answer
Shroom and Gloom entered Steam Early Access on September 10, 2026 (PT). You can buy the Early Access game, try the free Steam demo, or visit the older itch.io prototype. Here is the current picture of where and how you can play.
Every way to play Shroom and Gloom
| Platform / build | Status | Cost | Where to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam demo (Windows, macOS) | Available now, updated June 8, 2026 | Free | Steam demo page |
| itch.io prototype (September 2024) | Available now — early prototype, not the current demo | Free | teamlazerbeam.itch.io/shroom-and-gloom |
| Steam Early Access (Windows, macOS) | Available since September 10, 2026 (PT) / September 11 (UTC+8) | US$14.99; regional pricing varies | Steam Early Access page |
| Consoles (PS5, Xbox, Switch) | Not announced | — | — |
Can you play the Shroom and Gloom demo on Steam?
Yes — this is the best way to play right now. The demo is a free download on Steam and supports both Windows and macOS. It contains 26 handcrafted tunnels, the dual combat/explore deck system, Foresight cards, and three unlockable playstyles, and it received a large overhaul announced at PC Gaming Show on June 8, 2026 (new prologue, reworked exploration, and a new ending that reaches The Gloom). The demo has been downloaded over 100,000 times and holds an overwhelmingly positive (96%+) rating on Steam.
What is the itch.io version?
Before the Steam demo, Team Lazerbeam released a free prototype on itch.io in September 2024 at teamlazerbeam.itch.io/shroom-and-gloom. Important caveats:
- It is an early prototype, not the official demo or the Early Access version — it predates the demo’s 2025 launch and the entire June 2026 update.
- It is useful mainly if you are curious about the game’s earliest form or want to trace how the tunnels evolved.
- For anything representing the current game, play the Steam demo instead.
Is Shroom and Gloom on consoles?
No console version has been announced. As of September 11, 2026:
- There is no PS5, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch announcement from Team Lazerbeam or publisher Devolver Digital.
- The Steam page carries no Steam Deck verification label (no Verified, Playable, or Unsupported marking), and the listed system requirements cover Windows and macOS only. Community reports suggest the demo can run on Steam Deck with workarounds, but that is unofficial — we do not treat it as supported.
If console or Steam Deck status changes, it will be announced through official channels first, and we will update this page.
Does the game support languages other than English?
The Early Access store page lists English and Simplified Chinese interface languages. The demo’s store page currently lists English only. If you prefer Simplified Chinese, note that this applies to the paid Early Access release, not necessarily the demo. The paid version also launched with controller support; Steam Deck still has no official compatibility badge.
Is there an official Shroom and Gloom wiki?
No official wiki is linked from the Steam store page, Team Lazerbeam’s official channel, or Devolver Digital’s game page. Several Shroom and Gloom wiki domains now appear in search results, but they are independent fan sites. This site is also fan-made and is not affiliated with Team Lazerbeam, Devolver Digital, Valve, or Steam.
Can you play Shroom and Gloom on mobile?
No. There is no iOS or Android version announced either. Like the console question above, any mobile build would require an official announcement from the developer or publisher — nothing of the sort exists as of this page’s last update. Every legitimate way to play the game today runs through Steam or itch.io on PC.
Which should you play today?
- New to the game: play the Steam demo — free, current, and the most representative slice of Early Access.
- Curious about the game’s origins: try the itch.io prototype, knowing it is a 2024 artifact, not the modern build.
- Ready to commit: buy the current Early Access version on Steam.
For the full timeline of release dates and what Early Access includes, see our release date page. For what the demo contains in detail, see our demo overview.
Version note
This page was re-verified on September 14, 2026 against the Steam Early Access and demo listings, the official launch announcement, Team Lazerbeam’s YouTube channel, and Devolver Digital’s game page. Demo-specific details still describe the post–June 8, 2026 demo build; gameplay differences between the demo and the paid version may change with Early Access updates.
Sources
- Steam — Shroom and Gloom Demo page
- Steam — Shroom and Gloom Early Access page
- Steam — official Early Access launch announcement
- itch.io — Team Lazerbeam prototype page
- Backloggd — Shroom and Gloom (prototype history and platform listing)
Frequently asked questions
Is Shroom and Gloom on consoles?
No. There has been no announcement for PS5, Xbox, Switch, or any other console version. The only confirmed platform is PC via Steam, and there is no official Steam Deck verification label on the Steam page.
Is the itch.io version of Shroom and Gloom the full game?
No. The itch.io build is a free prototype Team Lazerbeam released in September 2024. It is an early prototype, not the demo or the Early Access version.
Is the Shroom and Gloom demo free?
Yes, the Steam demo is free and works on both Windows and macOS. It received a major content update on June 8, 2026.
Does Shroom and Gloom have Chinese language support?
The Early Access store page lists English and Simplified Chinese interface languages. The demo store page lists English only.
Does Shroom and Gloom have an official wiki?
No official wiki is linked by Team Lazerbeam, Devolver Digital, or the Steam store page. The Shroom and Gloom wiki sites currently appearing in search results are independent fan sites.
Sources
Facts on this page were verified on September 14, 2026 against the sources below. Community strategy claims are player-reported for the demo build and may differ in the current Early Access version.