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Astrometica is a single-player simulation game with an intriguing story and exceptional gameplay set in a beautifully designed, sometimes buggy, space universe. As a survivor of a mining space station explosion, you must navigate cutting-edge technology to explore space, build and expand your bases, and uncover cosmic mysteries. With a hilarious tone, compelling soundtrack, and both atmospheric and grindy elements, Astrometica offers a thrilling space exploration and base-building survival experience.

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Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
Astrometica screenshot
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+5

88%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,726 reviews
story102 positive mentions
stability34 negative mentions

  • Great graphics and atmosphere, reminiscent of Subnautica.
  • Engaging gameplay loop with exploration, crafting, and base building.
  • Solid foundation for an early access game, with potential for future updates.
  • Limited content currently available, with many areas marked as WIP.
  • Resource management can be tedious, especially with fast depletion of food and water.
  • Some gameplay mechanics feel derivative and lack originality compared to other titles.
  • story
    270 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in Astrometica is described as intriguing and engaging, with a mix of environmental storytelling and lore revealed through data logs scattered throughout the game. While many players appreciate the potential for deeper narrative development, they note that the current storyline feels limited and could benefit from more content and polish, including voice acting. Overall, the game shows promise for future updates, but as it stands, the story is seen as a work in progress that needs further fleshing out to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Astrometica looks beautiful, the soundtrack is superb, and the story is compelling with just enough nudge to keep things moving but not totally forcing you along.”
    • “I was entranced by the plot and world-building unique to this game.”
    • “Really enjoyed the storyline that unfolds as you explore and discover all the little hidden away logs and found the survival difficulty just enough to keep it engaging without being frustrating.”
    • “It seems bare minimum effort went into story creation.”
    • “The world is way too small, the story (if you want to call it that) is lacking substance, and base building for the sake of building without purpose gets boring quick.”
    • “This is not a game, there is no story line to follow just a few way points that once you have been then no reason to return, this is shorter than the prologue and less fun.”
  • gameplay
    218 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Astrometica has been described as engaging and fun, with clever mechanics that draw heavily from Subnautica, particularly in base building and resource management. While many players appreciate the addictive nature and exploration aspects, some have noted a lack of polish and content, as well as certain mechanics feeling overly complex or tedious. Overall, the game shows promise, especially for fans of survival crafting genres, but it still requires further development to reach its full potential.

    • “The game is quite addicting, though—the vibe works, the gameplay works, the story works.”
    • “With rich mechanics, an intriguing story, and breathtaking visuals, Astrometica is a must-play for space exploration and survival fans.”
    • “The gameplay loop is very similar to Subnautica: make longer and longer excursions to gather materials, craft better gear to go farther; scan equipment to gain blueprints; return to base to craft new and better gear; eat and drink; rinse and repeat.”
    • “When you drain all the water, texture complexity, sound quality and most gameplay complexity out of Subnautica, you are left with a floating object simulator.”
    • “The gameplay is very similar but it's massively lacking atmosphere and the sense of discovery.”
    • “Although the game is in early access, there are certain mechanics that feel either underdeveloped or overly complex for the player.”
  • graphics
    112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and immersive atmosphere, effectively capturing the vastness of space. While some users noted a mix of styles, including low-poly and cartoonish elements, the overall aesthetic is described as beautiful and engaging, enhancing the gameplay experience. Despite being in early access, the graphics are considered solid, with little to no performance issues reported, making it a visually appealing choice for fans of space exploration games.

    • “The graphics are stunning.”
    • “Stunning visuals and an ambient soundtrack capture the vastness of space, enhancing the sense of wonder and isolation.”
    • “The environment and overall graphical design is gorgeous, the music is amazing, there are little to no performance issues, and the dev is active and passionate.”
    • “Graphics: mostly low-poly objects with simple textures.”
    • “Much of the in-game graphics is cartoonish ... and this is not very well hidden.”
    • “Basically subnautica in space, but worse in every way; alongside the worst aspects of planet crafter's visuals and interface.”
  • music
    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in Astrometica has received widespread acclaim for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the game's immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as both beautiful and fitting, contributing to the overall ambiance and sense of wonder in the game. While some suggest it could be more vibrant, the general consensus is that the music is a standout feature that complements the stunning visuals and engaging gameplay.

    • “Stunning visuals and an ambient soundtrack capture the vastness of space, enhancing the sense of wonder and isolation.”
    • “The environment and overall graphical design is gorgeous, the music is amazing, there are little to no performance issues, and the dev is active and passionate.”
    • “Beside the stunning visuals, and beautiful soundtrack the game’s ambiance feels really inviting and immersive and keeps me hooked to my PC wanting to explore and discover more of this wonderful world.”
    • “I am the type of person that turns the music off in game because it gets repetitive or distracting but I am enjoying the vibe and feel here.”
    • “Music is decent (could be a little more vibey).”
    • “The design of stations, vehicles, sound, music.”
  • atmosphere
    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its impressive graphics and immersive music that enhance the experience, while others criticize it for lacking depth and intrigue, making it feel less engaging compared to similar titles like Subnautica. Many users express a desire for more content and polished gameplay to further enrich the atmosphere, indicating that while there are strong elements present, the overall experience may fall short for those seeking a captivating environment.

    • “Both graphics and sound are impressive and do a great job in creating an atmosphere that truly immerses you into the role of cosmic miner, come space explorer.”
    • “Great atmospheric music and graphics.”
    • “A good atmosphere and great mechanics make this game a chilling space survival gem.”
    • “There's no atmosphere, no intrigue, nothing that makes me want to keep playing, but I will wait and see what the finished game is like.”
    • “If you are all about atmosphere, this is not your game, ironically.”
    • “The gameplay is very similar but it's massively lacking atmosphere and the sense of discovery.”
  • stability
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is mixed, with some players reporting a generally smooth experience and minimal bugs, while others highlight significant issues such as game-breaking glitches and freezing when pausing. Many reviews note that, as an early access title, it is still somewhat buggy and lacks polish, leading to a recommendation against purchasing it at this time. Overall, while some users have enjoyed stable gameplay, the presence of persistent bugs has left others frustrated.

    • “For being an early beta build, the game is quite stable and mostly bug free (seen maybe 1 or 2 but nothing game breaking).”
    • “Solid game, no glitches.”
    • “Runs great.”
    • “So, right now, it gets a thumbs down because, in my experience, it's too buggy to play effectively: one bad bug and you have to restart from the beginning, no matter how far along you are.”
    • “I wouldn't recommend buying this game right now as it's a bit buggy, to say the least.”
    • “Game freezes if you pause while using a controller.”
  • grinding
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious, especially in the early stages where resource gathering and managing hunger and thirst can become frustrating. While some enjoy the satisfaction of collecting materials and appreciate the upgrades that alleviate some grind, many feel that the game could benefit from a more balanced approach to resource management and exploration. Overall, the early access version is seen as too grindy, though there are hints of improvement as players progress.

    • “But with the early access version, it just seems way too grindy.”
    • “However, I realized I was beginning to find the mineral gathering in this game annoying and tedious compared to other games.”
    • “This survival crafting game features somewhat annoyingly clunky and tedious material gathering compared to other games in the genre, while supplying less engaging worlds and environments than those same games.”
  • humor
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in this game is largely absent, with many reviewers comparing it unfavorably to "Breathedge," which is noted for its absurdist and toilet humor. While some appreciate the removal of what they consider childish humor, the consensus is that the game lacks its own identity and charm, making it feel like a derivative experience without the engaging comedic elements that could have set it apart. Overall, players seeking humor in their gaming experience may find this title lacking.

    • “The game is funny but,”
    • “Very promising, so far it feels a lot like Breathedge but without the bad parts of that title, that is, the annoying childish humor and the second half of the game where you no longer explore.”
    • “It seems like they literally copied Breathedge, but took out all the wacky humor that made it interesting, so I have no idea how they have the wherewithal to call this an original game.”
  • optimization
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and minimal demands on hardware, achieving high frame rates around 150 fps. While some express disappointment in the content available in early access, the game's graphical design and active development are highlighted positively, indicating strong potential for future updates.

    • “On top of that, the game runs smoothly and doesn’t demand much from your computer.”
    • “Granted it's light on content right now but its optimization is outstanding, I am seeing ~150 fps regularly with only minor dips to just over 100 fps.”
    • “The environment and overall graphical design is gorgeous, the music is amazing, there are little to no performance issues, and the dev is active and passionate.”
    • “What if we ripped off Breathedge, but with poor writing and terrible performance on modern machines?”
    • “What if we ripped off Breathedge, but with poor writing and terrible performance on modern machines?”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's high replayability, particularly due to its engaging survival mechanics and a compelling narrative reminiscent of Subnautica. This combination encourages multiple playthroughs to explore different aspects of the game.

    • “This game will have immense replayability as a survival game, and like Subnautica, it features an amazing story to go along with it.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be deeply resonant, highlighting its heartfelt journey of transformation from humble beginnings to something remarkable. This narrative arc fosters a strong connection with the game's themes and characters.

    • “The development of this game is a heartfelt journey, starting from nothing and turning it into something amazing.”

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10h Median play time
41h Average play time
5-19h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 38 analyzed playthroughs

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