Players Like...

❤ Engaging Vertical and Horizontal Base-Building

The game's unique base-building mechanics, which allow players to strategically connect different building pods both horizontally and vertically, have been praised for their creativity and flexibility. Reviewers highlight the satisfaction of designing an efficient and visually appealing colony layout, reminiscent of a "cup stacking simulator."

❤ Compelling Resource Management

Players must carefully manage a variety of resources, such as mining for valuable materials, to fuel their colony's growth and development. The progressive research system enables them to unlock new buildings and technologies, further enhancing their resource gathering and production capabilities.

❤ Versatile Settler Talent System

Settlers play a crucial role in the game, as each one possesses unique talents and perks that can be leveraged to improve the effectiveness of different colony operations, including mining, construction, and resource management. Reviewers appreciate the strategic depth this adds to the gameplay.

❤ Thrilling Spaceship Building and Escape

As players progress, they can design and construct a physics-based spaceship, similar to Kerbal Space Program. This allows them to escape the increasingly harsh environments of their current planet and venture to new, potentially more resource-rich locations, adding an exciting element of progression to the experience.

❤ Procedurally Generated Replayability

Each alien planet features a unique, procedurally generated environment, resources, and challenges, ensuring that no two playthroughs are alike. This, combined with the various strategies and playstyles players can adopt, contributes to the game's overall replay value.

❤ Relaxing and Enjoyable Experience

Reviewers consistently praise the game's chill and relaxing atmosphere, with many highlighting the satisfying base-building and resource management mechanics. While minor issues, such as occasional bugs or a lack of certain quality-of-life features, have been noted, the overall consensus is that the game provides an enjoyable and promising early access experience with a solid foundation for further development.