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Running on Empty
T.F.A.N.C.S. · released Sep 10, 2022 · data updated Oct 24, 2026
by T.F.A.N.C.S.
Running on Empty is a minimal yet deep post-apocalyptic role-playing game with resource management mechanics (in 64x64 retro pixel graphics!)
Released Sep 10, 2022
Steam figures
| Value | As of | |
|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | Positive · 96% positive of 25 Steam reviews | Oct 24, 2026 |
| Followers on Steam | No followers data for this game yet | |
| Regular US price | $3.99 | Oct 7, 2026 |
New Steam reviews per month
| Month | New positive | New negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1 | 1 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | 0 |
| Mar 2026 | 1 | 0 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun 2026 | 1 | 0 |
| Jul 2026 | 1 | 0 |
Tag DNA
| Tag | Share of Steam games |
|---|---|
| Perma Death | 1 in 44 games |
| Post-apocalyptic | 1 in 29 games |
| 1990's | 1 in 24 games |
| Cartoon | 1 in 21 games |
| Minimalist | 1 in 15 games |
| Resource Management | 1 in 15 games |
| Roguelite | 1 in 12 games |
| Roguelike | 1 in 12 games |
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