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As archaeologist Aliya, explore a space Nebula, sail its currents, decipher ancient inscriptions, and investigate a civilization’s lost history.
Released 16 Apr 2019
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An archaeologist uncovers a lost history in an ancient space Nebula. Award-winning narrative adventure game with hieroglyphic language puzzles, from the creators of 80 DAYS.
Developed by inkle Ltd · Published by inkle Ltd









You play as Aliya Elasra, an archaeologist exploring the Nebula with her robot companion Six. A missing roboticist’s trail leads Aliya toward discoveries about the region’s long-forgotten past.
Visit moons and ancient sites, examine artifacts, talk with characters, and travel between locations by sailing currents through space. Inscriptions found on artifacts can be deciphered by assigning possible meanings to unfamiliar symbols.
Discoveries, translations, and choices feed into an unfolding narrative that can be explored in different orders. What Aliya learns and how she acts can shape later conversations and events; a New Game+ mode carries some knowledge into another playthrough.
Players who enjoy Heaven’s Vault often value its richly imagined history, the gradual work of interpreting an ancient language, and the mystery built from archaeological finds. Some find its measured pace atmospheric and rewarding, while others say slow movement, travel, and interactions make exploration frustrating.









| Platforms | Windows |
|---|---|
| Achievements | 44 |
| Age ratings |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
| Metacritic | 76/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |