Raft

Raft starts players on a small wooden platform in an infinite ocean, tasking them with hooking floating debris, expanding the raft, and surviving shark attacks while following narrative clues toward island destinations. Resource collection and crafting escalate from basic survival toward engine-powered vessel construction and story island exploration. Multiplayer supports cooperative raft-building with up to 8 players.

Last reviewed 2026-05-07

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Raft™ throws you and your friends into an epic oceanic adventure! Alone or together, players battle to survive a perilous voyage across a vast sea! Gather debris, scavenge reefs and build your own floating home, but be wary of the man-eating sharks!

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Good for

Co-op survival players who enjoy shared creative building projects
Those who like gradual resource progression from primitive to advanced tech tiers
Players who want survival mechanics without oppressive permadeath — save states persist

Avoid if

Repetitive early-game resource hooking loop feels tedious before the mid-game opens
Solo play can feel slow — multiplayer is the intended pace for most content
Shark attack frequency without armor upgrades becomes annoying before defenses unlock

FAQ

Is Raft worth playing in 2026?

If co-op survival players who enjoy shared creative building projects, Raft holds up well. Check "Avoid if" above for honest caveats before committing.

How long does Raft take to beat?

Main story runtime varies — check the HowLongToBeat link in the sidebar for community-reported hours (Main / Main+Extras / Completionist).