Astra And The New Constellation

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In "Astra and The New Constellation," players control Astra, the smallest star in Constellation Station, as she embarks on a journey to build her own constellation. The game features 15 levels across various planets and biomes with precise controls and challenges for all skill levels. It also includes accessibility options, speedrun support, and an original soundtrack. The goal is to collect stardust and navigate through platforming challenges to create a new home for Astra.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Astra And The New Constellation screenshot

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Charming pixel art and polished design that enhances the overall experience.
Fun and challenging gameplay with a good balance of difficulty, making it enjoyable for both casual players and speedrunners.
Great value for the price, providing a satisfying short experience without feeling repetitive.

Frustrating level design at times, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
Limited control options with too many moves mapped to a few buttons, making gameplay cumbersome.
Music is polarizing, with some players finding it unbearable and lacking options to customize sound settings.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its retro style while others find it atrocious and wish for more dynamic options. There are complaints about the inability to mute the music independently from sound effects, but the option to mute exists, which some see as a positive. Overall, the music seems to be a polarizing aspect, appealing to some while driving others away.
- “Love the graphics, music, and play control.”
- “A short & fun Pico-8 style retro game with good music and speedrunning support.”
- “Music might be a bit of an acquired taste, since one other reviewer hated it, but there's an option to mute it, so... literally no downsides.”
- “Music is absolutely atrocious; the settings only allow you to switch the 2 key binds instead of remapping them, and there are too many moves mapped to the previously mentioned 2 keys.”
- “I would rather have a colonoscopy than listen to that music again.”
- “I would have liked the music to be a little more dynamic, but I guess it was a design choice to keep this title a minimalistic game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charming and well-executed pixel art style, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. While the overall design and aesthetics are positively received, some players feel that frustrating level design can detract from the enjoyment despite the appealing visuals.
- “Good and simple moveset, pretty fun and challenging level design, and an honestly really good looking and charming pixel art style that's wonderfully executed.”
- “Love the graphics, music, and play control.”
- “But the play control feels super good and spot-on, visuals are cute, level design is interesting - it's a load of fun!”
- “I wanted to like this game a lot more than I ended up. However, in spite of the graphics, sound, overall design, and low price all being positives, at several points in the game the level design becomes frustrating, which, when combined with the number of moves mapped to way too few buttons, sucked the fun out of this for me.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay in Astra is characterized by solid platforming across 15 distinct levels, complemented by a small narrative and atmospheric tracks. Players appreciate the polished mechanics that allow for a sense of freedom and speed in level completion, contributing to an enjoyable experience without frustrating elements.
- “Indeed, Astra features not only a mostly solid platforming gameplay through 15 distinct levels, but also a small story and tracks that, even with their limitations, ease you into the space atmosphere.”
- “I really enjoy how a few basic mechanics combine to give you a lot of freedom to play the levels quickly.”
- “The mechanics are very polished; I played through the entire game without feeling like the game was trolling me.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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300%
The atmosphere in Astra is effectively conveyed through its 15 distinct levels and accompanying tracks, which, despite some limitations, successfully immerse players in a space-themed environment. The combination of solid platforming gameplay and a small narrative enhances the overall experience.
- “Indeed, Astra features not only a mostly solid platforming gameplay through 15 distinct levels, but also a small story and tracks that, even with their limitations, ease you into the space atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of another world.”
- “From the haunting sound design to the stunning visuals, the atmosphere creates a sense of tension and wonder that keeps you engaged.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected from a game set in such a rich universe.”
- “While the visuals are decent, the overall atmosphere fails to engage, making it hard to feel invested in the game's world.”
- “The sound design is underwhelming, which detracts significantly from the atmosphere and leaves the experience feeling hollow.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in Astra is minimal but effectively complements the gameplay, enhancing the space atmosphere across its 15 distinct levels. While not the main focus, it provides a cohesive backdrop that supports the platforming experience.
- “Indeed, Astra features not only a mostly solid platforming gameplay through 15 distinct levels but also a small story and tracks that, even with their limitations, ease you into the space atmosphere.”
- “The story feels underdeveloped and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character motivations are weak, making it hard to care about their journeys or outcomes.”
- “The narrative lacks depth and originality, resulting in a predictable and uninspired experience.”