Release, platforms, price, the demo, co-op and the hardware questions. These are the recurring asks from search data, the Steam forums and the subreddit, answered from the official pinned FAQ, official Reddit announcements and the Steam store page. Each themed cluster links to the page with the full detail.
FAQ: Release and price
When does over the hill release?
October 14, 2026 on Steam, for Windows. Console ports for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 follow in 2027. Full timeline on the release date page.
How much will over the hill cost?
$24.99 USD on Steam at launch, with a launch discount and regional pricing. The soundtrack is $9.99, the Supporter Pack is $9.99, and all three bundle for $37.99. Details on the price page.
Can I pre-order over the hill?
No. The developers have said there will be no pre-orders. Wishlist it on Steam instead.
Has over the hill ever been delayed?
No delay has been announced at any point.
FAQ: Platforms
Is over the hill coming to PS5 or PS4?
PS5, yes, in 2027. PS4 has never been mentioned by the developers. The platforms page has the full matrix.
Is over the hill coming to Xbox?
Xbox Series X|S, yes, in 2027. Xbox One has never been mentioned.
Is over the hill coming to Switch?
To the Switch 2, yes, in 2027. The original Switch is not part of the announcement.
Is over the hill on Game Pass?
The developers have never said anything about Game Pass. Any claim either way is speculation.
Will over the hill run on Mac?
Not at launch. The official FAQ says Mac support "is not planned for the initial release, but we may consider it in the future."
Will there be a Linux version or Steam Deck support?
No native Linux. Steam Deck support is an official commitment through Proton.
Is cross-play confirmed?
Yes. The official FAQ answers the cross-play question with "Yes"; the exact platform pairings have not been detailed.
FAQ: The demo
Can I still play the over the hill demo?
No. The Next Fest demo closed on June 29, 2026. There is no public download today. The full story is on the demo page.
Will the demo come back?
Maybe: the official FAQ says "there may be a demo closer to release". Nothing firmer exists.
How can I play over the hill before launch?
Join the official Discord and sign up in the playtest channel when a playtest weekend opens. Access is limited.
Do demo saves carry over?
That is the plan, stated officially twice, with the caveat that a 100% guarantee is not possible yet.
FAQ: Multiplayer
Does over the hill have co-op?
Yes: online co-op for up to 4 players total, and everything is playable solo too. Rules on the multiplayer page.
Is there local co-op or split-screen?
No. The official FAQ says local co-op is "not feasible at the moment".
Can I play the whole game single player?
Yes, every area is playable alone, and your progress carries between single player and multiplayer on the same save.
FAQ: Content and tech
How many maps or areas are there?
Six hand-crafted areas across two launch regions, Canada and Algeria. See the maps page for sizes and structure.
How many vehicles are in over the hill?
The total count is not published. What is official: 4 vehicle categories of 1960s-1980s 4x4s, and a handful of recognizable models appear in official media without a published list.
What are the PC requirements?
Minimum: Windows 10, i5-7400 or Ryzen 5 2600, 8 GB RAM, GTX 1070 or Vega-56, 4 GB storage. No recommended spec is published yet; the line-by-line reading is on the system requirements page.
Does over the hill support steering wheels?
Not at launch. Gamepad and keyboard are the priority; force feedback wheels are not planned for the initial release.
Which languages does over the hill support?
16 interface and subtitle languages including English, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish and more. No voice acting dubbing is listed; text only.
Will there be mods?
At launch, liveries (paint and sticker customization) are the modding scope. Anything beyond depends on how the game is received.