Ancient Aliens: The Game
- September 27, 2022
- Fifth Column Games
- 1h median play time
Get on SteamMILLIONS OF PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD BELIEVE WE HAVE BEEN VISITED IN THE PAST BY EXTRATERRESTRIAL BEINGS. Did ancient aliens really help to shape our history? And if so, might they have come here to escape some cataclysmic event on their home planet? Or perhaps… to prevent one from happening on ours? WHAT IF IT WERE TRUE? Based on HISTORY’s longest running TV show, Ancient Aliens, this game exp…
Reviews
- It's a fun and relaxing casual game that can be enjoyed for hours.
- The game has an interesting concept involving ancient aliens and city building, which can be entertaining.
- Fans of the Ancient Aliens theme will likely appreciate the game's story and elements.
- The game suffers from fatal errors and bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
- It feels like a shallow experience with limited depth in mechanics and city building.
- The game continues to run timers even when not actively played, which can lead to loss of progress.
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by a dynamic power struggle, with various characters offering quests that reflect their conflicting motivations, such as saving or destroying relics and differing beliefs about the gods. Players experience a rich narrative woven through these interactions, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. The engaging plot and character dynamics contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
“The story, the textures, and everything in it is awesome!”
“With quests from Georgio telling you to save relics, and the alien telling you to destroy them; both the alien and the pharaoh wanting gold; the priestess talking about gods and Georgio trying to prove gods don't exist, it feels like the perfect setup to a power struggle.”
“Throughout this game, you will have various people talking to you, giving you quests, and some of the quests they give you almost feel like the various powers are pulling you in their direction.”
“And maybe it was just because I played before, so I knew that I should upgrade as much as I could when I could afford it, that for most of the time the only quest I had was to build the pyramid because I had completed quests before they had been issued.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered mediocre, with many players prioritizing gameplay over visual quality. Some users note that the graphics align with the game's historical setting, which may appeal to certain audiences. Overall, while not impressive, the visuals are deemed sufficient for an enjoyable experience.
“The graphics seem to be from the same era in which the game is set.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and enjoyable, making it suitable for a relaxed gaming experience. While initial impressions are positive, some players feel that the game lacks depth as it progresses and could benefit from user interface improvements.
“Fun game, could use some UI modifications, but first impressions of gameplay were great!”
“Perfect for chill gameplay.”
“However, just about the time when other games would start to go more in-depth with their mechanics, this one just stops.”
“The gameplay is... well... simple.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is perceived as exploitative, with users labeling it a cash grab that prioritizes profit over player experience.
“This is nothing more than a cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative and takes away from the overall experience.”
“I feel pressured to spend money just to enjoy the game fully.”
