Sub Rosa

Cryptic Sea · Devolver Digital

Released: Mar 25, 2021
Platforms: WindowsLinux
Last updated: 04 Sep 2026, 18:17 GMT

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26 Mar 2021GamingOnLinux
Sub Rosa, an experimental online multiplayer FPS finally enters Early Access
After being around in some form for quite a few years now, Cryptic Sea and Devolver Digital have now released Sub Rosa into proper Early Access on the Steam store. Read the full article here:
26 Mar 2021Developer post
Sub Rosa Alpha 38 is Live
Sub Rosa Alpha 38 is Live + updated city + updated visual pass + new mission structure + computers & decryption mechanic + new audio engine + improved voice chat + new landscape + Steam invite system
26 Mar 2021Rock, Paper, Shotgun
After nine years, Sub Rosa finally reaches early access
I first played Sub Rosa around nine years ago, but it's only today reached Steam Early Access. Publisher Devolver Digital marked the occasion with a new cinematic trailer that introduces the multiplayer first-person shooter's slapstick deals and double-crosses. Read more
25 Mar 2021PC Gamer
Multiplayer FPS Sub Rosa has come out of hiding with a publicly listed Steam page
Sub Rosa has been available for years and years, but quietly, with a bit of mystery about it. The multiplayer FPS was added to Steam in 2017, but remained unlisted, so that it wouldn't come up in search. According to publisher Devolver, it acquired 50,000 players over the past fo
03 Jul 2020Developer post
Sub Rosa Alpha 37b
Sub Rosa Alpha 37b is now available to all employees! This is a big update, patch notes are here:
22 Oct 2019Developer post
Sub Rosa Alpha 36
Team Memo 10.21.19 The following correspondence is from the Sub Rosa Middle Management and is intended for current employees only. World Mode The return of the much loved World Mode includes a new prototype city design, five companies to join, new mission types, and more. The Wor
Team Memo 10.21.19
The following correspondence is from the Sub Rosa Middle Management and is intended for current employees only. World Mode [New Prototype] The return of the much loved World Mode includes a new prototype city design, five companies to join, new mission types, and more. The World Mode will be updated over time so please consider this the first step towards a more polished and robust version. Trains With the return of World Mode comes the return of the commuter train. This iteration has dedicated train stops, elevated tracks, and plenty of rooms for employees. Hijinks a plenty are waiting onboard. Additional Servers A new server added under the tag 'Cilantro' with the goal of adding more servers for more locations to better serve employees around the world. Criminal Rating systems: Overview: The criminal rating is a basic system designed to prevent griefing. It is being iterated on and will improve over time. The corporate rating isn't used yet but eventually will allow for higher-level teams and different types of missions. The damage a player inflicts gives the player criminal points and reflects on their criminal rating. Depending on where a player shoots or how many times they shoot someone will determine their criminal rating. A player's criminal rating goes down 1 point every 1.5 minutes. Damage inflicted on a criminal will be 20% of the original point value. Criminal Consequences:

With a crime rating of 200 a player can not purchase items at the gun or car shop.
With a crime rating of 500 a player can not spawn on the current server for 30 minutes.
With a crime rating of 1000 a player gets banned from the server.
Civilians:

100% of the damage a civilian player inflicts on another civilian is reflected in their criminal rating.
200% of the damage a civilian player inflicts on a team member is reflected in their criminal rating.
Teams:

A player's criminal rating does not go up if they inflict damage on their own team member or another team member outside of their respective bases.
A player's criminal rating goes up if they inflict damage on a team inside of their base, even if the player is on the same team.
100% of the damage a team member inflicts to another team member in their base is reflected on their criminal record.
50% of the damage a team member inflicts on a civilian is reflected in their criminal rating.
New Employee Discount Sub Rosa is 12% off until October 25.
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12 Jul 2019Developer post
Versus Mode and Recruitment Drive
Photo courtesy of Employee TraceTheKitteh. Team Memo 7.11.19 The following correspondence is from the Sub Rosa Middle Management and is intended for current employees only. Versus Mode Our newest mode continues to receive small fixes that should provide a smoother gameplay experi
24 Jun 2019Developer post
Team Memo 6-24-2019
A brief update of some things being worked on: Art updates Future game updates will soon see the implementation of interior art assets, with the current priority focused toward finishing and adding polish to the exterior buildings of the city map. Physics adjustments Sub Rosa is
17 Jun 2019Developer post
Team Memo 6-17-2019
A quick update of some things being worked on: Versus mode More maps, more tweaks and adjustments, and more changes based on your feedback are on the way. We are pleased to see how much the community has enjoyed this new mode so far! Collision detection Refinements are being made
10 Jun 2019Developer post
Team Memo 6-10-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Versus mode We made some tweaks to Versus mode, including an optional “buy time” where players are frozen at the beginning of the round, changing how the briefcases are spaced out, and adjusting the default respawn time. Setmap
03 Jun 2019Developer post
Team Memo 6-3-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Net code We're making some optimizations to the net code. Movement code We're improving player movement, including tightening up how we handle momentum when players turn while moving. Control changes We're experimenting with ch
27 May 2019Developer post
Team Memo 5-27-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Phones We are re-adding the second phone into each base, so teams will be able to better communicate amongst themselves. Currently, the second phone’s number is COMPANY PHONE NUMBER + 1 . Example: Monsota’s first phone is 2222
20 May 2019Developer post
Team Memo 5-20-2019
Last week, we pushed the new Sub Rosa Alpha .35 build! This was a pretty large update, including some control changes, HUD improvements, multiplayer quality-of-life additions, and gameplay tweaks. We’re currently monitoring the build to make sure it’s running smoothly. Controls W
18 May 2019Developer post
Alpha 35 Build Now Available!
Alpha 35 Build Notes: New inventory system Controls: E to pick up items 1-5 take out/put away item R - reload (Now drops magazine in the weapon) Q - Drop/Throw Shift - Use opposite hand General Updates and Improvements: New account system (Unique phone numbers) Fix player movemen
Alpha 35 Build Notes:
New inventory system Controls:

E to pick up items
1-5 take out/put away item
R - reload (Now drops magazine in the weapon)
Q - Drop/Throw
Shift - Use opposite hand
General Updates and Improvements:

New account system (Unique phone numbers)
Fix player movement on stairs.
Checks model for hacks.
Improved garage door opening/closing.
Mute menu show players using voice.
Fixed camera interpolation.
Shows mic above players head when talking.
Improved car suspension/wheel physics.
Fix car damage.
Improved weapon handling.
3d hud player display (Shows Damage).
Can't shooting while driving.
Improved throw (Hold Q, Move Mouse Up or Down).
Shows role at the beginning of Eliminator mode.
Eliminator mode starts with less time, but adds time when a player dies.
Improved lighting.
Players now regain consciousness without needing to be bandaged.
Right click to cancel drop/throw.
Displays when players die in Eliminator mode.
Round now have 90 seconds before starting.
Press F11 to bring up ping and packet loss display.
Bug Fixes:

Fixed cheat with observer in pre-game.
Fixed voice chat bug.
Fix look turn bug.
Fixed sprite models bug.
Phones have a busy signal.
Fixed issue with cars sinking.
Briefcases can be thrown.
City Updates:

Added Bowling Alley.
Added Boxing Gym.
Added stairwell access to Marad building.
Added stairwell access to Tanah building.
Added stairwell access to Echo building.
Added stairwell access to Pyrrha buildings.
Added balcony doors to Pyrrha buildings.
Added incline to Pyrrha buildings.
Added stoops to bases.
Added driveway to Craft house.
Added stoop to Craft house.
Added pipework to Pyrrha buildings.
Added higher wall near the soccer field.
Added pedestrian bridge at Courthouse.
Added skylight to Crab Shack.
Added stairs to Wig Shop.
Added additional staircase to Mall rooftop.
Iterated on the Monsota alleyway.
Iterated on the library staircases.
Iterated on the base interior signage.
Iterated on Shelley staircase.
Iterated on Casino.
Iterated on Cul-de-sac.
Iterated on Travel Agency.
Iterated on Museum parking.
Iterated on Diamond Plaza.
Iterated on various textures.
Iterated on Library.
Fixed Pink Flamingo window.
Fixed Nog window.
Fixed ground hole near Nog.
Fixed Mall signage bug.
Fixed Grandview hole bug.
Fixed Fontana hole bug.
Fixed bathroom gap in bases.
Fixed missing Chili staircase.
Fixed ground hole near Craft house.
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13 May 2019Developer post
Team Memo 5-13-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Driver hands We're testing some hand positions for vehicle drivers, in preparation for when we eventually implement car steering wheels. Item handling We're experimenting with having a transition time during certain inventory o
06 May 2019Developer post
Team Memo 5-6-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Voicechat Players speaking on voicechat will soon have a tiny microphone icon flash over their heads when they speak, making it easier to identify who’s talking. Additionally, we think we have a possible fix for voicechat somet
29 Apr 2019Developer post
Team Memo 4-29-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Controls changes We’re still experimenting with the control scheme. It’s a fairly extensive change, and it’s taking some time to make all of its pieces work well together. Anti-cheat We’re working on a file verification system
22 Apr 2019Developer post
Team Memo 4-22-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Discord Sub Rosa now has an official Discord server! Our goal is to make this an inclusive and supportive community, and we hope you'll join us: Weapon stock When a weapon is fired, we’re experimenting with having the weapon st
16 Apr 2019Developer post
Sub Rosa Discord is live!
Sub Rosa now has an official Discord channel! Join our community here: We want this to be a gathering spot for the Sub Rosa community, where folks can discuss the game and help us make it better. Our goal is to make this an inclusive and supportive community, and we hope you'll j
15 Apr 2019Developer post
Team Memo 4-15-2019
A quick update of some things we’ve been trying out: Throwing system We’re in the process of redesigning the throwing interface to be more reliable, quicker, and easier to use. HUD animations We’re experimenting with adding UI animations to clarify some player inventory actions.

Updates & announcements

Team Memo 10.21.19

Team Memo 7.11.19 The following correspondence is from the Sub Rosa Middle Management and is intended for current employees only.

Versus Mode

Recruitment Test

New Audio System

Game Improvements

Art Updates

Physics Adjustments

Art updates

Physics adjustments

Versus mode

Community feedback

Versus mode

Collision detection

Dedicated servers

Map updates

Casual Mondays

Versus mode

Setmap command

Versus2

Workweek mode

Team Bonus

Net code

Movement code

Control changes

Purchasable briefcase

Versus mode

Bug report form

Phones

Grabbing

Network optimization

Bug report form

Controls

Grabbing

Feedback

Bug report form

Alpha 35 Build Notes:

Driver hands

Item handling

Bug report form

Voicechat

Hand animations

Admin system

Car tweaks

Bug report form

Controls changes

Anti-cheat

City changes

Bug report form

Discord

Weapon stock

Eliminator mode

Controls changes

City changes

Bug report form

Throwing system

HUD animations

Vehicular combat

City changes

Bug report form