Ardena

Ardena

RRSTUDIO · October 24, 2025 · Adventure, Horror, Action, Survival Horror, First-Person

Buy Ardena from Steam at $6.99 — the cheapest of 2 stores we compare. The cheapest Ardena key from a keyshop is $7.57 at Kinguin.

PC
Positive100% · 16
Best price
$6.99
lowest tracked $3.49
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Where to buy Ardena — official stores

Steam
Steam
Standard Edition · Steam
$6.99
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Cheapest Ardena keys — keyshops

Keyshops are third-party marketplaces — keys are resold and can be region-locked or a different edition. Check the listing's region & edition before buying.

Kinguin
Standard Edition · Steam
$7.57
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Ardena price by region

Ardena costs $4.69 in Georgia (USD), £5.03 in the United Kingdom, €5.79 in Europe (EUR), $6.99 in the United States, CA$8.99 in Canada, A$10.25 in Australia, NZ$10.49 in New Zealand, R$23.50 in Brazil and zł31.99 in Poland right now.

Cheapest Ardena offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
Georgia (USD) $4.69 $4.69 $7.57 2
United Kingdom £5.03 −15% £5.89 £5.03 2
Europe (EUR) €5.79 −16% €6.89 €5.79 2
United Statesyour region $6.99 $6.99 $7.57 2
Canada CA$8.99 CA$8.99 — 1
Australia A$10.25 A$10.25 — 1
New Zealand NZ$10.49 NZ$10.49 — 1
Brazil R$23.50 R$23.50 — 1
Poland zł31.99 zł31.99 zł32.34 2

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About Ardena

Step into the haunting world of Ardena, a first-person survival horror game that will test your wits and courage. Alone in a shadowy forest surrounded by an eerie silence, your only solace is a flickering campfire. But the fire won’t last forever—it’s up to you to keep it alive.

Survive the Night

Gather wood to fuel your campfire, your only shield against the encroaching darkness. The fire's glow keeps you safe, but as it fades, the forest becomes more menacing. The thickening fog warns of the dangers that await when the light disappears.

Uncover the Truth and Escape

Scattered throughout the woods are cryptic clues and unsettling reports. They tell the story of a missing girl, a grieving mother, and a sinister force at work. As you explore, the forest reveals strange occurrences and hidden messages that hint at a greater mystery. Unravel who you are, where you are, and how to escape this nightmarish place. Somewhere in the shadows lies a way out—but will you piece it together in time, or will the night claim you?

Beware of Her

You’re not alone. Mara Vandernacht, a tormented figure shrouded in mystery, stalks the forest. She grows stronger and more relentless as the fire dims. Follow the blood-scrawled warnings: "Don't look into her eyes," and find the key to your survival before it’s too late.With a tense atmosphere, strategic gameplay, and a compelling story, Ardena delivers a chilling experience that will stay with you long after the night is over.

Features

  • Survival Horror Gameplay: Keep the campfire alive to survive the night and avoid Mara’s wrath.
  • First-Person Exploration: Navigate a haunting forest, uncover its chilling secrets by collecting clues, gathering together cryptic messages to discover the truth and find a way out.
  • Dynamic Tension: Experience an evolving atmosphere with thickening fog, ominous original soundtrack, and a relentless threat, crafted by fans of horror games.
  • Concise Experience: Dive into an intense and immersive journey designed to be completed in under an hour, perfect for players seeking a focused and thrilling adventure.

Ardena — game info

Platforms
Windows
Player modes
Single-player
Controller
Full controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Oct 25, 2025
Loved the game and the atmosphere too! Super creepy too
4 found this helpful
Recommended Oct 27, 2025
This horror game is one of the most thrilling and haunting experiences I’ve had since Slender. Everything is perfectly crafted to deliver pure anxiety! The atmosphere, the dark forest, and especially the sound, which feels straight out of a top-tier horror soundtrack. It’s a total immersion (or should I say simulation? lol) into moments of dread and honestly, that’s exactly what I was looking for. Special shout-out to the support team : incredibly responsive. Cheers!
3 found this helpful
Recommended Dec 4, 2025
Wow. Incredible, unique horror experience. Can't wait to play more from this dev. Horror fans. MUST play.
2 found this helpful
Recommended Oct 26, 2025
Prepare your brown pants! The game is meant to be played as one shot so there is no real save yet so beware! It can sometimes be a bit confusing but I managed to pull it off! (Given one or two brown pants!) The developer is really nice and super reactive, which is super duper nice to have these days! (I reported a bug and he had it fixed the next day!) There is also a bunch of references to other video games hidden here and there! As well as a bunch of achievements! I'm really looking forwards to the next part. 😎
2 found this helpful
Recommended Oct 9, 2026
As a QA tester and playtester, I followed the entire development process and saw the developer put a lot of love and passion into this game. I might be biased, but it's worth getting lost in that forest for a game.
Recommended Sep 25, 2026
Reminded me of the good old days playing Slender with my friends… except Ardena goes further. It has a much richer, more mysterious atmosphere. It’s not just a horror game where something jumps at you, you’re genuinely pulled into the world of Ardena. You can feel that something is deeply wrong, but you can’t quite put your finger on what it is, and that lingering unease is what keeps you hooked. Oh, and yeah… I absolutely ♥♥♥♥ my pants.

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