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"Cast Out Colony" is a roguelite town-building game where you play as adorable arthropods with unique skills, fighting through hordes of enemies and building your own colony. As your colony grows, so do your character's stats in this blend of "Animal Crossing" and "Vampire Survivors." With over 50 skills to choose from and a variety of playable characters, no two runs are the same.

  • PC
  • Windows

Reviews

100%
Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The game combines fun survivor-like gameplay with engaging town-building mechanics, creating a unique and enjoyable experience.
  • The graphics and character design are charming and well-executed, contributing to the overall appeal of the game.
  • The gameplay loop is addictive, with a satisfying progression system that encourages players to keep coming back for more.
  • As an early access title, the game currently lacks variety in content, with some enemies and music becoming repetitive over time.
  • There are some bugs and issues, such as NPC pathfinding problems and occasional loss of progress, which can detract from the experience.
  • The town-building aspect could benefit from more options and features to enhance gameplay and customization.
  • gameplay14 mentions

    The gameplay is a captivating blend of serene town-building and chaotic survivor-like arena runs, offering depth and variety that keeps players engaged for hours. While some mechanics, particularly in town-building, could use more options, the overall experience is enjoyable and rewarding, with unlockable skills and satisfying combat feedback. The charming graphics and characters further enhance the fun, making it easy to lose track of time while playing.

    • “The gameplay is quite enjoyable, from the serene town building to the chaotic arena runs.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly fun, and it's so easy to lose track of time because of how enjoyable it is.”
    • “The game strikes a really good balance between the base building and survivor-like gameplay, and each of them is incredibly in-depth, my favorite part being the unlockable skills you can find by completing certain tasks in battle.”
    • “Some mechanics may still need some fleshing out, specifically the town-building being a little low on options for decorations, but what is already here is more than enough to justify the price of admission.”
    • “I've played almost 10 hours and just now found another mechanic that I am excited to try.”
    • “Straightforward, simple mechanics just like the original Vampsurvivors.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and detailed environments, remarkable character design, and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the fluid transitions between gameplay elements and the visually appealing effects of abilities and combat. However, some users feel that a filter could improve the graphics further, suggesting that while the aesthetics are charming, there may be room for enhancement.

    • “This is an awesome game that switches between great base building and a survivor-like experience quickly and fluidly with amazing visuals.”
    • “The graphics are simply awesome, with detailed environments that really bring the game to life.”
    • “The character design is remarkable, and the graphics and sounds are very cool, including the arenas and abilities (you’ll definitely want to see the flashy skill tree abilities).”
    • “I think maybe a filter might help with the graphics, although I'm not sure, but it's missing something still.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as charming, but players find it repetitive due to the lack of variety across levels, leading some to turn it off after prolonged play. While the quality of the music is appreciated, its sameness across arenas detracts from the overall experience, especially during longer sessions.

    • “I had to turn the music off because it's the same music in the levels and it got really annoying.”
    • “If I had any criticisms, my main one would be that the music for the survivor-like levels gets slightly repetitive because of how long the levels go on. I often turn off the music and put on my own, which is a shame because the music is quite charming.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviewers praise the character development for its impressive design and engaging graphics, highlighting the appeal of the skill tree abilities and the overall aesthetic of the characters and arenas.

    • “The character design is remarkable, and the graphics and sounds are very cool, including the arenas and abilities. You'll definitely want to see the flashy skill tree abilities.”
    • “The character design is awesome; I need that mighty green unlock.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers a highly addictive gameplay loop, with each run feeling distinct, which significantly enhances its replayability. Players appreciate the engaging town-building mechanics combined with a fun, rogue-like style, suggesting that the replay value is substantial and likely to provide ongoing enjoyment.

    • “It has a very addicting game loop, as every run still feels different enough from the last, which gives the game a lot of replayability.”
    • “Only a couple of hours in, but I love the town-building aspect of the game. It supplies me with that dopamine rush, and paired with the fun, visual style of the roguelike, the replayability feels almost endless. I see myself having a lot of fun with this.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and unexpected moments, such as amusing interactions with NPCs that can lead to comical situations, like jumping on their heads. Players appreciate the game's lightheartedness and find it to be a delightful blend of humor and engaging gameplay, often referring to it as a "silly little game" that exceeds initial impressions.

    • “Like when you collide with an NPC, you might end up jumping on their head, and it's just funny.”
    • “I randomly saw on Hutt's stream where he showcased this silly little game, and I thought, 'Hmm, funny bug game,' but it's honestly so much more than that.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game is noted to be somewhat "buggy," indicating stability issues, but players express optimism about its potential and are willing to engage with it during its early access phase to see improvements over time.

    • “The game can be a bit buggy; I can see where the developers want to go, and I will enjoy playing this off and on through its early access and watching how it develops.”
    • “I experienced frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating, as the game often freezes or lags during crucial moments.”
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