Don't Starve Together Timeline ( Real )

company_founding
2005

Founding of Klei Entertainment

Klei Entertainment, the developer behind Don't Starve and Don't Starve Together, was founded. This studio is known for its unique art style and innovative game design.

game_release
April 23, 2013

Initial Release of Don't Starve

The original single-player game, Don't Starve, was released, introducing players to the challenging survival gameplay and distinct gothic art style.

game_announcement
October 7, 2013

Announcement of Don't Starve Together

Klei Entertainment announced Don't Starve Together, the multiplayer stand-alone expansion to the original game, aimed at enabling cooperative survival gameplay.

game_release
April 21, 2016

Release of Don't Starve Together

Don't Starve Together was officially released, allowing players to survive in the harsh world with friends in multiplayer mode.

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August 11, 2017

Release of 'Return of Them' DLC Pack

Expansion pack adding new content, characters, and mechanics to Don't Starve Together, keeping the game fresh and engaging for players.

dlc_release
October 4, 2018

Release of 'A New Reign' DLC Pack

Further expansion content for Don't Starve Together introducing new gameplay elements and areas to explore.

Don't Starve Together Timeline ( Fictional )

origin_event
Year 0, Day 1

Maxwell's Escape from the Constant

Maxwell, the enigmatic shadow puppeteer, escapes the eerie realm known as The Constant and arrives in a mysterious wilderness where survival is paramount.

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Year 0, Day 2

Arrival of Wilson

Wilson Percival Higgsbury, a gentleman scientist, is mysteriously brought into The Constant, marking the beginning of his struggle to understand the world and survive its perils.

discovery
Year 0, Day 10

Discovery of Maxwell's Portal

Wilson discovers the portal left behind by Maxwell that enables travel into and out of The Constant but at a great personal cost.

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Year 1, Day 15

Opening of the Ancient Gateway

The gateway to the ancient ruins beneath The Constant is uncovered, revealing an underground world filled with new dangers and resources.

character_entry
Year 1, Day 20

Arrival of New Survivors

More survivors from various backgrounds are pulled into The Constant, each bringing unique skills for survival.

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Year 1, Day 30

Maxwell's Corruption Deepens

Maxwell's influence corrupts more of The Constant, turning once peaceful creatures into nightmarish entities.

progression
Year 2, Day 3

Establishment of the Survivor Camp

The survivors establish a permanent camp as a base for exploration and defense against the increasingly dangerous environment.

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Year 2, Day 25

Encounter with The Ancient Guardians

Survivors face off against colossal entities guarding the ruins, revealing the true peril of The Constant.

climax
Year 3, Day 10

Maxwell's Defeat

In a climactic battle, the survivors confront and defeat Maxwell, temporarily freeing The Constant from his grasp.

continuation
Year 3, Day 15

The Cycle Continues

Despite Maxwell's defeat, new portals open, and the struggle to survive The Constant endures as new survivors arrive.