Remains - survival in outer space orbiting the planet. Explore the area. Find a way to restore oxygen. Create tools for your needs. Beware of the dangers of outer space. Build your shelter in orbit and try not to die!
Players start the game stranded in orbit, surrounded by the debris of destroyed space stations and ships. A major focus of the gameplay involves carefully piloting your character around this debris field, using a thruster jetpack to maneuver and collect the various scrap, plastic, and other resources floating in the void. This exploration and scavenging is widely reported as satisfying and addictive, as players gradually build up their stockpile of materials.
With the collected resources, players can then craft a wide variety of tools, equipment, and building components at a 3D printer. This allows them to construct and continuously expand a customizable orbital base or "ship" tailored to their playstyle, including oxygen generators, mining tools, and other useful facilities. Players enjoy the flexibility to design and grow their base in unique ways.
Staying alive in the harsh environment of space presents a constant challenge. Players must vigilantly monitor and manage their dwindling oxygen and food levels, periodically returning to their base to recharge these vital resources. Some report this early resource scarcity creates a tense, atmospheric experience as they struggle to survive. Players must also carefully manage their base's power grid to keep it operational.
As players progress, they unlock new craftable items, building components, and technologies through a research system. This sense of gradual progression and expanding capabilities is widely reported as rewarding, even in the game's current early access state. However, a few players feel the pacing of this progression could use some adjustments.
While the game lacks an in-game tutorial, players note the developer is actively engaged with the community and addressing feedback. This has helped overcome some initial usability challenges, such as issues with the controls and power systems.