AColony

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AColony is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by ZeroTris and was released on January 19, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"AColony is a strategy game for 2-4 players, offering single-player, co-op, and multiplayer modes. Build and customize your colony in an alien world, managing resources and unexpected events. Research technologies across four ages to unlock advanced weapons and construction elements, and engage with various visitors, some peaceful, others less so."

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Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging co-op experience, allowing players to share resources and work together to build and defend their colonies.
AColony features a well-designed colony simulation with a variety of gameplay mechanics, including crafting, resource management, and combat, making it enjoyable and addictive.
The developer is responsive to community feedback, regularly updating the game with new content and improvements, which enhances the overall experience.

The game can become overwhelming due to the amount of micromanagement required, leading to frustration as players constantly pause and adjust tasks for their colonists.
Co-op functionality is limited, as players cannot easily share resources or build on each other's structures without going through a trading system, which detracts from the collaborative experience.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the priority system for colonist tasks, can be inconsistent, leading to situations where colonists ignore orders, resulting in chaotic and frustrating gameplay.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this colony simulation and survival game is engaging and offers a rich experience, making it a favorite for both solo and cooperative play. While players appreciate the fun mechanics and strategic challenges, some frustrations arise from the complexity of prioritization and the potential for catastrophic mistakes, leading to frequent save reloads. Overall, the game provides a substantial amount of content and unique mechanics that keep players occupied for hours.
- “Honestly, I've been playing this game for a few months now with friends and alone, and it's my go-to game to relax and just have a good time without grinding my life away or spending hours learning complicated game mechanics.”
- “Super fun gameplay mechanics, and I would definitely recommend this to anyone who likes colony simulation or survival games. Even in early access, the content available to explore is rich and sure to keep you occupied for hours.”
- “The gameplay is challenging and requires players to make strategic decisions to ensure the survival of their colony.”
- “However, certain frustrating aspects of this game have had me pulling my hair and screaming at my colonists for a big part of my gameplay, and these aspects could easily be fixed.”
- “In two days of gameplay, I have found myself and my co-op partner reloading our save file over 20 times because of unsalvageable situations created by when colonists did something catastrophic and we were not watching for 2 seconds.”
- “There is a surprisingly large amount of gameplay; I'm nearly 50 hours into the game and I have not yet reached endgame.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users appreciating the art style and its fitting aesthetic for a colony builder. Comparisons to other titles like RimWorld and Minecraft highlight its appealing visuals, although some note that while the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they are complemented by the game's depth and engaging gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered well-executed and enhance the user experience.
- “The graphics are well-done and the user interface is easy to navigate.”
- “Amazing game, the graphics fit the game really well.”
- “The game is very similar to RimWorld, the graphics are cool.”
- “Reminds me of 'The Kindred', which was never finished, with graphics similar to Minecraft.”
- “What it lacks in graphics, it more than makes up for in depth.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted through its entertaining combat mechanics, which not only provide enjoyment but also incorporate comedic elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The combat is especially fun and humorous at times.”
- “The game's witty dialogue had me laughing out loud.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions kept me entertained throughout.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report experiencing performance issues as their colonies grow larger, indicating that the game's optimization may struggle to handle increased complexity and scale.
- “However, I am facing some performance issues when my colony becomes too big.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate as the number of units increases.”
- “Optimization seems to be lacking, leading to significant lag during late-game scenarios.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's balance between enjoyable gameplay and grinding, noting that it allows for relaxation without excessive time investment. While some aspects, like farming and crafting, require grinding, it is described as manageable and efficient when playing with a consistent group.
- “The farming and crafting is a grind yet fast if you keep the same people on task to level up their traits.”
- “Me and my friend have been grinding since the release of the demo and bought it the next day.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express concerns about stability, noting that excessive options for tweaking priorities can disrupt gameplay and complicate troubleshooting when colonists fail to perform desired actions.
- “There should not be so many places where priorities can be tweaked, as it greatly hinders gameplay and makes troubleshooting really hard when colonists aren't doing what you desire.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without constant restarts.”
- “I often encounter bugs that disrupt the flow of the game, leading to frustrating experiences.”