The Culling is now available on Steam as an early access game, offering the chance to jump into the not-too-distant future when all entertainment will be some form of blood sport. This post has word that they launched earlier than expected, and offers a list of what's changed, which is odd for an initial public release. Here is word on this Jennifer Lawrence-free experience:

As a contestant in the deadly game of The Culling, you must explore, scavenge items, craft weapons, and build traps that will enable you to slay your fellow contestants and emerge victorious before the end of the round. Only with cunning, skill, and a little luck will you be able to prevail and survive the match.

Unlike add-on modes in open-world survival games, The Culling redefines the battle royale genre by providing a tightly focused stand-alone experience that delivers incredible thrills and endless story-worthy moments.