Astronook

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Astronook is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by FrozenYetiGames and was released on January 19, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Astronook is a small astronomy game where you can explore space from your cozy office. Map out constellations, photograph planets and discover the hidden wonders of space. This is a demo! Features ✨ Map out magical constellations in star-mapping puzzles Use your star chart to find and photograph a variety of charming planets☄️ Keep tabs on the latest cosmic news - who knows what celestial won…

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a relaxing atmosphere with calming music and beautiful visuals, making it perfect for unwinding.
The constellation puzzles are engaging and progressively challenging, with a helpful hint system that allows players to choose their level of assistance.
The heartfelt narrative and cozy setting create an emotional connection, enhancing the overall experience of exploring space and reminiscing about family.

Some players found the story presentation lacking, wishing for illustrated cutscenes instead of just speech bubbles.
Controls on certain platforms, like the Steam Deck, can be a bit confusing, which may affect the gameplay experience.
The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content and interactivity within the game environment.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story unfolds gradually through star constellation puzzles and planet photography, revealing an emotional and personal narrative tied to family memories. While some players found the family-oriented theme less appealing, many appreciated the compelling and impactful storytelling, enhanced by a relaxing gameplay experience. However, there were suggestions for more visual storytelling elements, such as illustrated cutscenes, to complement the dialogue.
- “I wasn't expecting a story whatsoever, but it was surprisingly emotional.”
- “The reward for finishing each level is a little bit of your backstory, memories to do with a particular family member.”
- “I want to know more about the story; it's compelling enough to want to know more, and its breadcrumb-style delivery adds extra incentive to progress through the constellations.”
- “The only criticism I can think of is that it would've been nice to have some kind of 2D drawn cutscene, instead of speech bubbles when the story progressed.”
- “The story was still impactful, but it would've been nice to see an illustration of what the characters were saying or doing.”
- “I didn't really care for the story as it's very family-oriented and that's not my thing.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere and complementing the visuals effectively. Players find it uplifting and soothing, contributing to a pleasant gaming experience that evokes emotional responses.
- “The music is relaxing and puts a smile on my face every time I open the game.”
- “The music and ambience are very calming, and the visuals are really pleasing.”
- “The puzzles where you form constellations feel incredibly cozy, and the music really enhances that warm, relaxing atmosphere.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's 2D art style is vibrant and visually appealing, enhancing the calming music and ambience. While the graphics are not intended to be realistic, they effectively convey a message of perseverance and learning through mistakes. Players should not expect a true-to-life representation of the night sky, as the visuals are more abstract and stylized.
- “The 2D art style is colorful, and it is easy to see where everything is.”
- “The music and ambience are very calming, and the visuals are really pleasing.”
- “Something about its sound design and visuals all comes together to feel like it's saying: it's okay to make mistakes, learn from it, try again, keep going, you'll get there.”
- “The art style isn't intended to be realistic, and neither are the constellations or planets themselves real, so don't expect this to be analogous to looking at the real night sky.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Astronook is praised for its unexpectedly emotional and heartwarming narrative, which captivates players despite its simplicity. The game effectively engages users with a wholesome story that enhances their overall experience.
- “I wasn't expecting a story whatsoever, but it was surprisingly emotional.”
- “It's a heartwarming narrative so far, and isn't overly complicated in its details.”
- “Astronook caught my eye on the wholesome games YouTube channel; I was very intrigued and excited by it.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Astronook features progressively challenging star constellation puzzles that introduce new mechanics without causing frustration. Players engage in a variety of activities, including a photo-collecting mini-game, staying updated with astronomy news, and exploring a well-designed environment, creating a diverse and enjoyable gameplay loop.
- “Part of the gameplay loop in Astronook involves puzzles, where you need to figure out how to trace imaginative geometric star constellations correctly.”
- “The gameplay loop also includes a couple of other activities: a mini, simple collecting game of taking photos of planets and space events, printing the photos, and adding them to your scrapbook; keeping up with astronomy news (which articles tell you where to find special events in the night sky); and exploring the thoughtfully put-together (astro)nook you're spending your time in.”
- “The gameplay loop does include a couple of other activities too: a mini, simple collecting game of taking photos of planets and space events, printing the photos, and adding them to your scrapbook; keeping up with the astronomy news (which articles tell you where you find the special events in the night sky); and looking around the room to explore the thoughtfully put-together (astro)nook you're spending your time in.”
- “Part of the gameplay loop in Astronook involves puzzles, in that you need to figure out how to trace imaginative geometric star constellations correctly.”
- “The star constellation puzzles do get progressively difficult as you progress through the story, introducing new mechanics for completing the star constellations but never in a rage-quitting or frustrating way.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its calming and cozy qualities, enhanced by soothing music and engaging puzzles, particularly those involving constellation formation. Reviewers appreciate how these elements work together to create a warm and relaxing experience.
- “To the developers: thank you for creating the puzzles and atmosphere of this game.”
- “This game has such a calming atmosphere!”
- “The puzzles where you form constellations feel incredibly cozy, and the music really enhances that warm, relaxing atmosphere.”
optimization
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The game is praised for its easy-to-grasp controls and smooth performance, with players reporting no noticeable issues or hiccups during gameplay.
- “Easy to grasp controls, smooth performance, and no hiccups from the time I've played it up to this point.”