Orbital Decay: Gameplay and Controls
Drift through a failing space station, restore vital systems and investigate Crate 44-L.
Quick answer: Orbital Decay: Gameplay and Controls. Drift through a failing space station, restore vital systems and investigate Crate 44-L. This guide covers Orbital Decay on GameTio. Last verified Oct 8, 2026. Source-checked; not playtested by GameTio. See the sections below for the full details.
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Gameplay overview
A routine inspection becomes a survival emergency on a dark, spinning space station with a leaking suit. Restore air and power, stop the spin and investigate Crate 44-L while the orbit falls.
Movement controls
How do I move? Aim with the mouse or WASD. Hold click or Space on a rail, then release to push off; longer holds give stronger pushes. While drifting, holding click or Space uses thrusters. Fuel is limited and can be refilled at MMU FUEL.
Interaction and orientation
How do I grab and turn? E grabs, releases, throws or uses objects; throwing pushes you in the opposite direction. F switches head-first and feet-first orientation, with legs taking landings when feet first. P or Esc pauses. On a phone, drag to aim and tap Push and Grab.
Objectives
What should I accomplish? Restore air and power, stop the station spinning and find out what is in Crate 44-L. The official description does not provide a step-by-step solution.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Orbital Decay guide playtested?
No. This guide is source-checked from official and community sources, not playtested by GameTio.
Sources & verification Checked Oct 8, 2026
- Orbital Decay by GLM Studios Official source
Local official HTML snapshot read on 2026-10-08; no live request or gameplay test.